Indonesia intensifies search effort for 129 people missing after ferry capsized in Java Sea
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Search operations are underway in the Java Sea following the capsizing of the Virgo Transport 8 ferry. The incident occurred on September 13, leaving 129 people missing. Authorities have intensified rescue efforts as of September 14, deploying 17 ships and aircraft from military, police, and other agencies to locate survivors.
Initial rescue operations have resulted in 108 survivors being pulled from the water, while six bodies have been recovered. The vessel reportedly overturned due to rough sea conditions.
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WPLG Local 10 (Miami, US)Focuses on the scale of the multi-agency search deployment.
Euronews (FR)Provides specific casualty counts and names the vessel involved.
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