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2012 Lamma Island ferry collision facts for kids

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Ships in the accident
Lamma IV
Sea Smooth

On 1 October 2012, two ferries collided off Yung Shue Wan, Lamma Island, Hong Kong. Since the day was the National Day of the People's Republic of China, one of the ships was headed for the commemorative firework display.

39 deaths were caused in the accident.

Images for kids

  • 2012 Lamma Island ferry collision - Sea Smooth-01

    Sea Smooth after the collision, showing damage on the left bow

  • People signed the condolence book at Lamma Island pier in Central

    Mourners signed the condolence book at the Central ferry pier for ferries to Lamma Island.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Colisión entre barcos en la isla Lamma de 2012 para niños

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