Authorities said at least seven people were killed when part of a ferry dock collapsed on Georgia’s Sapelo Island.
Authorities said at least seven people were killed when part of a ferry dock collapsed on Georgia's Sapelo Island . /Gray News) -
According to the Georgia DNR, multiple agencies responded to a gangway collapse at Marsh Landing Dock on Saturday afternoon. At least seven people died. Six people were critically injured, and two were flown to area hospitals,At least 20 people went into the water when the gangway collapsed around 3:50 p.m. The DNR said they deployed boats with side-scan sonar and helicopters to help rescue and recover those in the water.
Marty, the girls, and I are heartbroken by today’s tragedy on Sapelo Island. As state and local first responders continue to work this active scene, we ask that all Georgians join us in praying for those lost, for those still in harm’s way, and for their families.”“We are heartbroken to learn about the ferry dock walkway collapse on Georgia’s Sapelo Island. What should have been a joyous celebration of Gullah-Geechee culture and history instead turned into tragedy and devastation.
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