A ferry in the southern Philippines was destroyed in a fire while underway. The toll is tragic: at least 12 people died and 230 were rescued. Lady Mary Joy, en route from Zamboanga city on Mindanao island to Jolo island in Sulu province, caught fire on Wednesday, 3rd. The incident occurred while the ferry was off the coast of Baluk-Baluk Island in Basilan Province.
Fishermen and coast guard intervened to assist passengers and crew. However, the true extent of the tragedy has yet to be determined. In fact, it appears that there are more than 205 passengers declared on board. “Twelve bodies were found. Three of them are children, including a six-month-old baby,” the Basilian governor told AFP. There are probably non-registered passengers. It is unclear how the fire started.”
Source: Today IT
Karen Clayton is a seasoned journalist and author at The Nation Update, with a focus on world news and current events. She has a background in international relations, which gives her a deep understanding of the political, economic and social factors that shape the global landscape. She writes about a wide range of topics, including conflicts, political upheavals, and economic trends, as well as humanitarian crisis and human rights issues.
