Boat Capsizes in Caspian Sea: Two People Missing

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A boat carrying passengers has capsized in the waters of the Caspian Sea.

Sea-news.az reports this was announced by the press service of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia for the Republic of Dagestan.

According to the agency, the incident occurred on October 20 in the settlement of Sulak, southeast of the mouth of the river of the same name. Preliminary reports indicate that two people are missing. The report states that search and rescue operations are currently underway at the scene. A total of 28 personnel and 12 units of specialized equipment from the ministry have been deployed to the operation. All details surrounding the incident are being investigated.