Hundreds Still Missing in Bangladesh After Deadly Ferry Disaster

Rescue teams have recovered at least 29 bodies, and more than 100 are still missing after a ferry capsized off the shore of Bangladesh.

It's unclear how many people were aboard the ferry — as there was no official passenger list — but officials estimate that it was around 300. They also think the ferry was overcrowded and weighed down with goods

The heavy weight, compounded with inclement weather was likely the cause of the disaster. Despite pleas from ferry passengers to stay close to land, the captain reportedly steered into a storm that was beginning to form