Indonesia ferry search: Divers retrieve three bodies, 126 people missing
Summary
Indonesian divers have started recovering bodies from a passenger ferry that capsized in the Java Sea. After five days of difficult rescue work due to rough seas, authorities are now trying to right the ship to aid in the recovery of missing people.Key Facts
- The passenger ferry capsized in bad weather in the Java Sea early Sunday.
- The ship was carrying 243 people traveling between Surabaya and Banjarmasin.
- So far, nine people have been confirmed dead, 108 survivors rescued, and 126 people remain missing.
- Rough seas and strong currents delayed rescue efforts for five days.
- Divers have entered the ferry and found three bodies so far.
- The ship’s owner is leading the salvage operation with help from navy, rescue agency, and maritime police.
- The plan is to tow the ferry to shallower water and then right it to make body recovery safer.
- Indonesia relies on ferries for travel between its many islands because it is cheaper and easier than flying.
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