Summary
Indonesian rescuers are searching for 29 missing people after a ferry sank near the island of Bali, resulting in six confirmed deaths. The ferry was traveling from East Java to Bali when it sank, and 30 passengers have been rescued so far. Rescue operations are ongoing, with challenging weather conditions affecting the search.
Key Facts
- A ferry called KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya sank near Bali, Indonesia.
- The ferry had 53 passengers and 12 crew members on board.
- Six people have died, and bodies, including a mother and her 3-year-old son, have been recovered.
- Authorities rescued 30 people, while 29 remain missing.
- Strong waves and darkness hindered nighttime rescue efforts.
- Rescuers used a helicopter and 15 boats, supported by fishermen, to search for survivors.
- Some survivors were unconscious when found due to drifting in rough waters.
- The cause of the accident is under investigation, with a possible engine room leak reported by survivors.
