Tragedy at Sea: Migrant Boat Capsizes Near El Hierro, Seven Dead

Seven Dead, Including Two Children, After Migrant Boat Capsizes Off El Hierro A tragic incident unfolded off the coast of El Hierro in the Canary Islands on May 28, 2025, when a cayuco carrying approximately 180 migrants capsized. Seven people perished in the accident, including two five-year-old girls. The harrowing event unfolded during the disembarkation process, as recounted by Toni Galván, a reporter on the scene for Antena 3 Noticias. "The chaos erupted when they were disembarking the children," reported Galván, her voice filled with emotion. "The images are truly terrible." The video shows the chaotic scene as the boat capsized, with people struggling in the water. Many migrants were exhausted and panicked, as seen in the footage of the rescue operation. Rescue workers from Salvamento Marítimo and the Red Cross, along with local divers, sprang into action, pulling survivors from the sea. President of the Canary Islands, Fernando Clavijo, expressed his profound sadness and highlighted the immense challenges faced by rescue teams, particularly when children are involved. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks taken by migrants seeking refuge and the human cost of irregular migration. The ongoing search for any remaining missing individuals continues.