The News York Times Report : A tragic incident occurred on Sunday morning when a fire broke out aboard the KM Barcelona 5, a passenger ship carrying over 200 people. At least three individuals have been reported dead, according to authorities and local news outlets.
The KM Barcelona 5 was en route from the Talaud Islands to Manado, the provincial capital of North Sulawesi, when it caught fire near Talise. Vice Adm. Denih Hendrata, commander of the Indonesian Fleet Command, confirmed the incident to The Associated Press.
Images released by the Indonesian National Search and Rescue Agency depicted a rescue vessel approaching the burning ship, which was seen emitting thick black smoke. Video footage shared on social media showed passengers in life jackets in the water, being transported from the vessel to rescue boats.
Rescue operations are ongoing as authorities work to ensure the safety of the remaining passengers and investigate the cause of the fire. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
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