Tragedy Strikes as Indonesian Ferry Sinks Near Bali
A ferry carrying 65 people sank near Bali, leaving four dead, 38 missing, and 23 survivors. Indonesian Search and Rescue efforts are underway following the incident that occurred shortly after the ferry departed from East Java's Ketapang port.
A tragic maritime incident unfolded as a ferry carrying 65 passengers sank near the Indonesian island of Bali. Initial reports from MetroTV, citing the country's Search and Rescue agency, confirmed that four individuals have died, 38 remain missing, and 23 have survived.
The ferry, named KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya, went down less than thirty minutes after setting off from East Java's Ketapang port late on Wednesday. The search for the missing passengers is in full swing as authorities rushed to the scene, the agency revealed in a statement on Thursday.
Efforts to locate the missing are reportedly ongoing, with a coordinated search mission involving various stakeholders. This incident has drawn nationwide attention, highlighting the urgent need for stringent maritime safety measures in Indonesia's bustling waterways.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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