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In a maritime disaster, a passenger ferry carrying nearly 280 people caught fire off the coast of North Sulawesi, Indonesia, leaving at least five people dead and several others injured or missing.
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The vessel, identified as KM Barcelona 5, was en route with around 280 passengers on board when it was engulfed in flames. According to eyewitness accounts, thick black smoke began billowing from the decks shortly before an explosion occurred near the front of the ship. As panic spread, terrified passengers donned life jackets and leapt into the sea in a desperate attempt to survive.
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🚨Tragedy near Indonesia: A passenger ferry with 280 people on board caught fire. Thick black smoke began pouring from the lower decks, triggering panic — many jumped into the sea to escape#Indonesia#BreakingNews#FerryFire#MaritimeDisaster#News#Emergency#Tragedy#SeaRescuepic.twitter.com/RYnwUdGYOk
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Rescue teams, including personnel from Indonesia’s National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS), arrived at the scene swiftly. They managed to save 150 people, while search operations are underway for the remaining passengers. As of the latest update, five casualties have been confirmed, and at least 20 individuals are still missing.
One of the most heart-wrenching moments captured on video shows a mother struggling in the water while holding her baby tightly, both fighting to stay afloat. The emotional scene has gone viral, symbolising the desperation and courage witnessed during the incident.
Rescue officials fear more passengers might be trapped or lost at sea. The operation has been hindered by darkness, making nighttime rescue efforts particularly challenging.
