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Bali Ferry Fire Claims One Life as 172 Rescued in Rough Seas
✍️ India Today
🗓 12 Aug 2026, 03:39 PM
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A fire broke out on a ferry off the coast of Bali, Indonesia, leading to the rescue of 172 passengers while one individual succumbed to the blaze.
A blaze erupted on a ferry operating near Bali, Indonesia, amid rough sea conditions. Rescue teams managed to evacuate 172 passengers to safety. Unfortunately, one passenger died as a result of the fire. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident. The incident has raised concerns about safety protocols on Indonesian ferries.