NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 3, 2026Miami-Dade
Indonesian ferry fire leaves at least 5 dead and dozens missing
A passenger ferry carrying 271 people caught fire off the coast of Java, Indonesia, on Sunday. Rescuers and nearby vessels evacuated hundreds of passengers, but at least five deaths have been confirmed and dozens remain missing.
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The incident involves a major maritime emergency affecting 271 passengers and crew, resulting in confirmed fatalities and ongoing search and rescue operations.
Key Facts
- A ferry carrying 271 people caught fire in waters off the island of Java.
- At least five people are confirmed dead.
- Dozens of people are reported missing.
- Rescuers and passing vessels conducted an evacuation of the burning ship.
- The incident occurred on Sunday.
Who's Mentioned
otherMutiara Sentosa 2“The ferry involved in the fire.”locationIndonesia“Country where the incident occurred.”personAhmad Abdul Karim“A survivor of the ferry fire.”locationSurabaya“Departure city in East Java.”locationMakassar“Destination city in South Sulawesi.”organizationPT Atosim Lampung Pelayaran“The ferry operator.”organizationBasarnas“Indonesia’s National Search and Rescue Agency.”locationJava“Island near where the ferry fire took place.”