One dead, 172 rescued as second ferry in days catches fire in Indonesia
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A ferry caught fire off the coast of Indonesia, marking the second such incident in the country within a few days. Rescue operations successfully evacuated passengers from the burning vessel, with authorities reporting that all individuals have been removed from the ship. A nearby ferry assisted in the rescue, transporting 30 people to Bali, while a search and rescue vessel carried an additional 59 passengers toward Lembar port in Lombok.
While rescue efforts are underway, officials are currently working to verify the total number of passengers involved. Authorities have confirmed through visual inspection that the vessel is empty, ensuring no passengers remain on board the burning ferry.
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The Hindu (IN)Focuses on specific rescue logistics and passenger count breakdown
DW (Deutsche Welle) (DE)Emphasizes the confirmation of passenger safety and evacuation status
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