World · Malaysia Bureau
Storm delays search as Indonesia ferry disaster toll mounts
Adverse weather is hampering rescue efforts following an Indonesian ferry incident that has claimed six lives, with 129 people still unaccounted for. Rescue teams have so far pulled 108 survivors from the water.
LSN Malaysia ·
Indonesia's search and rescue agency Basarnas said the challenging conditions are slowing operations to locate the missing passengers and crew members. The agency reported that six deaths have been confirmed, while 108 people have been successfully rescued from the incident.
The unfavourable weather has created significant obstacles for rescue personnel attempting to extend their search and recovery operations. Basarnas has not yet disclosed the cause of the ferry incident or additional details about when the vessel encountered difficulties.
The rescue mission continues as authorities work to bring the missing 129 people to safety. Basarnas is coordinating with other agencies and maritime services to sustain search efforts despite the deteriorating conditions.
Ferry disasters have periodically struck Indonesian waters, where maritime transport remains critical for connecting communities across the archipelago's thousands of islands. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about maritime safety in the region.