Fire on ferry off Philippines leaves dozens missing, kills several
Summary
A fire broke out on the ferry MV June Aster near the western Philippines, killing at least five people and leaving many missing. Rescue teams continue searching for survivors amid difficult weather conditions.Key Facts
- The fire started around 6:45 p.m. on Wednesday while the ferry was near Coron in Palawan province.
- At least five people died, and dozens remain missing after the fire was put out.
- So far, 43 people have been rescued from the ferry.
- The ferry was carrying 134 people: 117 passengers and 17 crew members.
- The ferry was drifting due to strong sea currents, about 7.68 nautical miles from its destination.
- Rescue operations involve the Coast Guard, military vessels, volunteers, and local fishermen.
- The cause of the fire is unknown but may have started in the cargo hold.
- Ferry accidents are common in the Philippines due to storms, poor maintenance, overcrowding, and weak safety enforcement.
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