Basilan
Nineteen technical wreck divers and a Remote Operated Vehicle from the Philippine Coast Guard have begun search operations for the 10 missing passengers of M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 off Baluk-Baluk Island in Hadji Muhtamad, Basilan. The vessel sank on January 26, resulting in 18 deaths and 316 survivors. Senator Raffy Tulfo condemned maritime regulators for negligence.
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The M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 sank due to strong waves near Baluk-Baluk Island off Basilan on January 26, 2026, resulting in at least 15 deaths and 28 people missing. Some 316 survivors were rescued, while search operations continue. This marks the second major incident for Aleson Shipping Lines.