"It was a great unselfish act for the three surfers who braved the strong sea current and shark infested Hinatuan Island." Martin Andanar, Danjug Team: Surfers Of Siargao Team Manager.
MV Leonida sank at 12 noon on November 26, 2006 off the coast of Hinatuan Island, Surigao Del Norte due to rough waves and alleged shipment overloading.
Out of the 100 passengers, 66 people were rescued, 14 people are confirmed dead while 20 are still missing. |