Ferry capsizes with 260 people onboard sparking massive rescue operation

To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video A ferry has capsized in northern Cyprus with at least 260 people on board. The passenger ship Express was carrying 258 passengers plus crew from Kyrenia (Girne) to the Turkish port of Tasucu when the incident took place. It began to take on water a few miles from the coast before capsizing, Turkish state-run broadcaster TRT news reported. A huge search and rescue operation is now underway to save the people onboard. Three coast guard boats and a number of private boats responded to the incident as it sank. Survivors arrive on shore after being rescued from the capsized boat (Picture: Reuters) Sign up for all of the latest stories Start your day informed with Metro's News Updates n