Several dead, dozens missing after ferry fire near Philippine tourist spot
A ferry caught fire near the popular tourist destination of Palawan in the Philippines, leaving several people dead and dozens still unaccounted for. The Philippine Coast Guard released video showing the vessel engulfed in flames.
A fire broke out aboard a passenger ferry near Palawan, one of the Philippines' best-known tourist destinations, resulting in several deaths and leaving dozens of people missing, according to initial reports.
The Philippine Coast Guard released footage showing the ferry completely engulfed in flames. The video was captured during an ongoing rescue operation aimed at locating passengers who may have ended up in the water or remained trapped aboard the burning vessel.
Palawan is widely known for its islands and coastal scenery, drawing large numbers of visitors each year. Ferries are a common means of transport in the area, carrying both tourists and local residents between destinations.
Details about what caused the fire, the total number of passengers aboard, and the current status of the search and rescue effort have not yet been confirmed. Authorities are continuing search operations in an effort to locate those still missing.
The incident has drawn attention to maritime safety in the region, where ferries remain a widely used mode of transport for both residents and tourists travelling between islands.
