Death toll in Basilan ferry tragedy rises to 31, says PCG

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Friday said the death toll in the Basilan ferry tragedy climbed to 31. This new fatality toll came as PCG recovered two new bodies during the search and rescue operation in the waters off Baluk-Baluk Island in Basilan. READ: ‘Miracle’ saves family of 3 in Basilan