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NewsWPLG Local 10September 11, 2026Miami-Dade County

Death Toll in Philippine Ferry Fire Rises to 35 After More Bodies Are Recovered

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A passenger ferry fire in the Philippines caused at least 35 deaths after spreading rapidly, leaving passengers scrambling for safety without time to secure life jackets.

Ferry FireAccidentsPhilippinesMaritime SafetyFatalities
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Why It Matters

The disaster resulted in at least 35 fatalities and underscores maritime safety hazards affecting passengers in the region.

Key Facts

  • The death toll from the passenger ferry fire in the Philippines has risen to at least 35 as more bodies are recovered.
  • The fire spread extremely fast, leaving some passengers without enough time to grab life jackets.
  • Panic ensued during the incident, with passengers stepping on others in the rush to escape.

Who's Mentioned

locationCoron“Location in the Philippines associated with the report”locationPhilippines“Country where the ferry fire occurred”