Historical Events tagged with "tew wahine"
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Accidents & Tragedies
TEV Wahine Ferry Sinks in Wellington Harbour
April 10th, 1968 56 years ago
The TEV Wahine, a Ro-Pax ferry, sank in Wellington Harbour during a fierce storm characterized by the strongest winds ever recorded in the region. Onboard were 734 passengers and crew, leading to a tragic loss of fifty-three lives. The incident raised significant concerns over maritime safety and weather preparedness.
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