Indonesia Suspends Search for 30 Missing After Bali Ferry Sinks
Indonesia Suspends Search for 30 Missing After Bali Ferry Sinks

Indonesia Suspends Search for 30 Missing After Bali Ferry Sinks

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A ferry named KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya sank near Bali while en route from East Java, with 65 people aboard, including 53 passengers and 12 crew, plus 22 vehicles. The disaster resulted in at least six confirmed deaths and 29 survivors, while around 30 people remain missing, with fears some perished inside the submerged vessel. Survivors described the ferry tilting and taking on water in the engine room before quickly sinking, forcing passengers to cling to life jackets and debris. Rescue operations involving helicopters, boats, and local fishermen have been hampered by strong waves, high winds, and low visibility, causing temporary suspension of the search which is set to resume with over 160 personnel. The incident highlights common safety issues in Indonesia's ferry transport, where overcrowding and inadequate life-saving equipment frequently lead to accidents. Indonesian authorities, including President Prabowo Subianto, are closely monitoring the situation and continuing efforts to locate missing individuals.

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