Seven Dead After Migrant Boat Capsizes off El Hierro

Tragedy Strikes El Hierro: Seven Dead After Migrant Cayuco Capsizes A horrific incident unfolded in the waters off El Hierro, Canary Islands, on May 28, 2025, when a cayuco carrying an estimated 180 migrants capsized near the port. The accident resulted in the tragic loss of seven lives, including three minors. The video footage shows the chaotic scene as migrants struggled in the water, many clinging to life preservers. Rescue workers responded swiftly, bravely entering the turbulent waters to assist the distressed individuals. "It was a terrifying sight," recounted one rescue worker, "people were screaming, and the boat was sinking fast." The incident underscores the perilous journey undertaken by many migrants seeking a better life, highlighting the human cost of irregular migration. Authorities are investigating the cause of the capsizing and are working to identify the victims. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for increased safety measures and humanitarian support for migrants.