# Indonesia: At least five dead in ferry fire

https://mins.news/en/item/11987

- DW, 2026-08-02 10:43 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/indonesia-at-least-five-dead-in-ferry-fire/a-78206895?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> A fire broke out on a ferry near Indonesia’s island of Madura, according to search and rescue officials. At least five people have died in the incident. Officials also report that about 41 people are missing. The cause of the blaze remains unclear as rescue efforts continue.

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