A significant maritime evacuation occurred on September 11. The operation is notable for its scale.
The number of people evacuated by boat is estimated to be between 300,000 and 500,000. This was achieved in under nine hours.
Further information about this event is available from the source, including the account of a fishing boat captain who played a role in the evacuation.
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