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Fire on MV June Aster Ferry Near Coron, Philippines Leaves 5 Dead, Dozens Missing
✍️ outlookindia.com
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 03:40 PM
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A blaze aboard the MV June Aster ferry near Coron in the Philippines has killed five people and left dozens unaccounted for.
The MV June Aster ferry caught fire while sailing close to the island of Coron in the Philippines. The sudden blaze engulfed the vessel, prompting an emergency response from local authorities and rescue teams.
Preliminary reports confirm that five passengers have been confirmed dead as a result of the fire. Rescue crews worked to extinguish the flames and retrieve bodies from the damaged sections of the ship.
Authorities have also reported that dozens of passengers remain missing, with search operations ongoing in the surrounding waters. The incident has raised concerns about safety protocols on passenger ferries operating in the region.
Local officials have urged families of the missing to stay alert for updates as the investigation into the cause of the fire continues.
Preliminary reports confirm that five passengers have been confirmed dead as a result of the fire. Rescue crews worked to extinguish the flames and retrieve bodies from the damaged sections of the ship.
Authorities have also reported that dozens of passengers remain missing, with search operations ongoing in the surrounding waters. The incident has raised concerns about safety protocols on passenger ferries operating in the region.
Local officials have urged families of the missing to stay alert for updates as the investigation into the cause of the fire continues.