In Iraq toppled the tourist ferry " al-Jazeera ", in which salon there were dozens of people, said Last news a source in the security forces of the state.

Already know about the 45 victims. According to TV channel Al-Sumaria, thirty people turned to save.

the tragic event played out in the district of al-Gabat in Mosul, the overwhelming majority of passengers - women and children.

"according to initial data the main reason that the ferry capsized, was exceeding the permitted number of passengers. The second reason is the increased water level in the Tigris river due to the fact that were opened the floodgates of the dam in Mosul, " - said the head of the Department.

Search and rescue operations are continuing.



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