In a statement, the Navy said it has deployed a total of eight rescue teams representing Rapid Action Boat Squadron (RABS), Special Boat Squadron (SBS), Marines and Divers.
The ferry had been used by residents in the area due to the construction of the existing Kuringankerni Bridge.
As of now, six dead bodies have been recovered by rescue teams. Among the deceased are four schoolchildren. Meanwhile, 12 persons have been hospitalized after being rescued.
The Navy is continuing a search operation in the area further. – ada derana
