- At least five people were killed and 41 remain missing after a ferry carrying 271 passengers and crew caught fire off Indonesia's Madura Island on Sunday, authorities said.
- 225 people were rescued, according to data released by the country's search and rescue agency.
- The ferry was traveling from Surabaya in East Java province to Makassar in South Sulawesi when the fire broke out on Sunday morning.
- Search and rescue teams continued working to locate the missing passengers.
- The cause of the fire had not been determined.
- Madura Island is located off the northeastern coast of Java.
- The ferry was heading from Surabaya in East Java province to Makassar city in South Sulawesi.
- It was unclear how the ferry caught fire, but the incident occurred on Sunday morning.
At least five people were killed and 41 remain missing after a ferry carrying 271 passengers and crew caught fire off Indonesia's Madura Island on Sunday morning. The ferry was en route from Surabaya in East Java to Makassar in South Sulawesi when the blaze erupted.16
According to the country's search and rescue agency, 225 individuals have been rescued so far, while teams continue their efforts to locate the missing passengers. The agency has not yet determined the cause of the fire, which has raised concerns about safety protocols on ferries in the region.5
The incident highlights ongoing issues with maritime safety in Indonesia, where ferry accidents are not uncommon. Authorities are under pressure to ensure thorough investigations and implement measures to prevent future tragedies.
Madura Island, located off the northeastern coast of Java, has been the site of various maritime incidents in the past, prompting calls for improved safety regulations.
As the search and rescue operation continues, families of the missing are anxiously awaiting news, hoping for a positive outcome amidst the tragedy.
“Rescue teams have so far pulled 225 of the 271 passengers and crew to safety, while authorities say the cause of the blaze has not yet been determined. The ferry was en route from Surabaya in East Java to Makassar in South Sulawesi when the fire broke out Sunday morning.”
Deccan Herald
