Father Dead, Son Missing After Zambales River Sweeps Away Cart
A father died and his seven-year-old son remains missing after their carabao-drawn cart was swept away by strong river currents in Botolan, Zambales, amid heavy rains. Local authorities are continuing search operations.
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