ENB Boat tragedy search continues

Search operations continue for 27 individuals who remain missing following the capsizing of two boats near Pidgeon Island on Saturday afternoon, July 18, 2026. The East New Britain Provincial Government, through its Provincial Disaster Office, has confirmed that efforts to locate the missing persons are still underway.

The incident, which occurred on Saturday, involved two vessels that overturned off the coast. The exact circumstances leading to the capsizing are not detailed, but the immediate aftermath prompted a large-scale search and rescue operation.

Authorities are coordinating the ongoing search, mobilizing resources to cover the area where the boats went down. The Provincial Disaster Office is leading the efforts, working to provide updates as the situation develops. Further details regarding the identities of the missing individuals or the cause of the capsizing are expected as the search progresses.