41 passengers, 5 crew members rescued in Palawan boat mishap

More than 40 passengers and crew members were rescued after the motor banca they were riding capsized off Balabac town in Palawan, according to the report of Mav Gonzales on "Saksi" on Monday.

Among the passengers rescued were foreigners from Rwanda and France.

According to the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), the banca encountered huge waves along the bay in Palawan.

The 41 passengers and 5 crew members were brought to Balabac town. -- BAP, GMA Integrated News