Search resumes for more than 80 people missing in Philippines after ferry fire
The Philippine Coast Guard has recovered 30 bodies from a burnt-out ferry, bringing the confirmed death toll to 35, with dozens still missing. Recovery efforts are ongoing as investigators work to identify the remains found in the vessel's sleeping quarters.
Why it matters
This maritime tragedy highlights ongoing safety concerns in regional ferry transport and the human cost of such disasters.
At least 30 bodies have been found on board a burnt-out ferry in the Philippines, days after a fire engulfed the boat at sea.
The fire has now killed at least 35 people, with up to 54 still unaccounted-for.
The Philippine Coast Guard said it was recovering and working to identify the bodies as well as undertaking a comprehensive investigation into the incident.
Link copied Share Share article At least 30 bodies have been found on board a burnt-out ferry in the Philippines, according to the local coast guard.
The bodies recovered from the vessel has raised the death toll from the incident to 35, according to the Philippine Coast Guard, with up to 54 people still unaccounted-for.
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