Guyana's Maritime Shame: A Catastrophe Waiting to Happen The waters off Guyana's Essequibo coast have run red with tragedy after the MV Barima, an 87 year old vessel, capsized on Saturday.
The disaster has left hundreds feared dead and the government scrambling for answers. Passengers allege that the ferry was overcrowded, with cargo packed tightly below deck.
Survivors describe being stranded in the water for hours. Government claims of capacity limits only add to allegations of incompetence. A $12.