Guimarasnons marked the anniversary of what was deemed as the biggest sea tragedy in the island’s history yesterday with “Pagbangon,” a virtual ceremony in memory of those who died. It was exactly a year ago yesterday when the three motorbancas – MB Kezziah 2, MB Chi-Chi and MB Jenny Vince – capsized hours apart in the Iloilo Strait. Thirty-one persons died. Officials of the provincial government, family of the victims and survivors gathered together to commemorate the tragedy.

Guimaras marks 1st year of sea tragedy. (2020, August 4). Panay News, p. 2.