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Over 170 Migrants Rescued After Boat Fire in English Channel
More than 170 migrants were rescued in the English Channel after their boat caught fire. Emergency services responded to the incident, bringing the individuals to safety.
4 Aug, 19:45 — 5 Aug, 04:30
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BBCHigh4d ago
More than 170 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel
The government says all of the migrants, who were attempting to cross to the UK, will be returned to France.
Read full article →irish-independent3d ago
‘Mega dinghy’ that capsized in English Channel was largest to attempt crossing
Total of 173 people were rescued after the large dinghy caught fire and capsized
By George Lithgow and Harry Taylor
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First report: BBC · 4 Aug, 19:45|Full coverage: 2 · 9h|Window: 9h
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