The Government of Guyana today said that it continues to lead an extensive multi-agency and international response following the sinking of the MV Barima.
In a statement, it said that support assets from the Trinidad and Tobago Coast Guard and the Brazilian Navy have arrived in Guyana’s waters and are en route to support the ongoing search, rescue and recovery operations.
Nineteen vessels and two aircraft are now engaged in the ongoing operations, it said in a statement.
Technical teams are doing detailed assessments of the capsized vessel to develop the safest and most effective plan for righting it, in order to improve access for the on-site diving teams.
As of 13:00 hrs today, an additional four bodies have been recovered. The total number of bodies recovered now stands at 57, of which 44 have been positively identified by family members. So far, 18 of those positively identified have been released to their families.
Regional authorities and the Ministry of Health continue to work with the bereaved families to facilitate arrangements for the release of the bodies for funeral rites and burial.
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