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Five Dead and Dozens Missing After Ferry Fire in the Philippines
At least five people have died and dozens are missing after a fire broke out on the MV June Aster ferry in the Philippines on 2026-09-09. Local authorities report 87 people are still unaccounted for, though this number may change as the rescue operation continues, according to the coast guard. Over forty passengers have been rescued. The ferry was traveling from Manila to Coron when the fire started. Rescue efforts are hampered by strong currents and bad weather. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
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