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Fire on ferry in Indonesia results in one dead and 172 rescued
A ferry traveling from Bali to Lombok caught fire, resulting in one death and 172 rescues; searches for missing persons continue.
A fire occurred on the KM Putri Yasmin ferry, which operates between Bali and Lombok, Indonesia. The incident took place in waters near Lombok Island, and the death of one passenger has been confirmed so far.
Indonesian authorities rescued 172 people from the vessel, which had a total of 131 passengers on board, according to reports. Rescue operations continue in search of other possible missing persons.
Efforts to recover those who remain in danger are ongoing, with emergency teams mobilized in the region. The situation is developing as authorities attempt to determine the causes of the fire.
According to reports, the ferry had departed from Padangbai port in Bali, destined for Lembar port in Lombok. The circumstances that led to the fire have not yet been clarified.
Aerial images show dense smoke rising above the ferry that was engulfed in flames. Authorities are focused on ensuring the safety of all those involved.
The rescue operation highlights the urgency and difficulty of the task, with authorities concentrating efforts on locating the missing persons and investigating the causes of the fire.