This picture was taken from a short video shared on Facebook of the passengers in the Essequibo River.
Another boat subsequently arrived and transported the frantic passengers to Supenaam.
On the boat were popular comedians Chris Gopaul aka Beyonce and Micheal Ignatius. They are expected to perform at a show at Washiba Resort at Capoey, Region Two.
Despite being recused, several persons reported losing their cell phones and other valuables; passengers were generally thankful for life.
A member of the Parika/Supenaam Speed Boat Association confirmed that all the passengers arrived safe but were drenched.
“It was terrifying, we just had to hold on to bushes, and our bodies were in the water, I am thankful for life but my phone is damaged,” one of the passengers who identified himself only as Narine related.
