On Friday, the Philippine coast guard announced that it would look into how a passenger boat that capsized in a lake close to the capital, killing at least 26, was permitted to cruise while overloaded.

The ship was carrying many more passengers than it was intended for, according to the coast guard, which is why authorities had to rescue 40 people on Thursday after it sank in heavy winds.

Speaking on behalf of the coast guard, Armand Balilo told CNN Philippines television that charges would be made against the boat’s captain and operator. “We have already called for an investigation, including on our staff.

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