The Virgo Transport 8 ferry, carrying 243 passengers and crew, lost contact with its operator early Sunday after being hit by bad weather in the Java Sea, about 150km from its destination of Banjarmasin. The captain reported the vessel tilting with waves up to 3 metres before it overturned. Rescue teams have pulled out 102-103 people so far and recovered one body, with around 140 still missing as the search continues under risky sea conditions.


Indonesia ferry disaster: 100+ rescued, 140 still missing after ferry overturns in Java sea

A massive search and rescue operation is underway in Indonesia after a passenger ferry carrying 271 people caught fire while crossing the Java Sea. Authorities say at least five people have died, 225 have been rescued, and 41 remain missing.

The ferry was traveling from Surabaya, East Java, to Makassar, South Sulawesi, when the captain reported flames onboard. Emergency responders, supported by nearby vessels, rushed to evacuate passengers as the ship burned. Officials have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire while rescue teams continue searching for survivors.

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Indonesia ferry disaster: 100+ rescued, 140 still missing after ferry overturns in Java sea

Deadly Indonesia Ferry Blaze Sparks Major Search And Rescue Mission | Indonesia Ferry Fire