<p>Over 250 people were rescued from the waters between the Philippines’ Polillo Island and the northeastern coast of Quezon province on December 21 after the Mercraft 3 ferry capsized, killing at least five people</a>.</p><p>According to Filipino newspaper Inquirer.net</a>, strong waves smashed into the ferry and caused it to tip over shortly after leaving the port of nearby town Real for Polillo Island.</p><p>Coast guard and fishermen ships worked together to save passengers who were knocked off board and left floating in the water, and as of December 22, Rappler</a> reported that at least 252 people had been saved.</p><p>This video shows people floating in the sea and personnel on rescue vessels assisting them out of the water. Credit: Facebook/Alwin Azul via Storyful</p><br />
