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A blaze on an Indonesian passenger ferry leaves at least 5 dead and dozens missing
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Trisnadi And Niniek Karmini, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incident are available from Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency, which reported the fire and subsequent rescue efforts.
A ferry fire in Indonesian waters has resulted in fatalities and missing persons. The incident occurred on a passenger ferry traveling between cities in Indonesia. At least five people have died and dozens are missing after the fire broke out.
The ferry was carrying a total of 271 people, including passengers and crew members, when the incident happened. Rescuers and nearby vessels helped evacuate hundreds from the burning ship. Further details about the incident are available from Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency, which reported the fire and subsequent rescue efforts.
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Category: safety Published: August 2, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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