Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Indonesian Ferry Fire: Passengers Jump Into Sea, Casualties Reported
A ferry in Indonesia caught fire while carrying around 300 people.
The fire started near Talise Island on its way to Manado Port.
Passengers jumped into the sea to escape the flames.
Sadly, at least three people died, and rescuers, along with local fishing boats, have saved about 150 people so far.
The cause of the fire is still unknown, and rescue operations are ongoing.
The ferry had departed from the Talaud Islands.
A passenger ferry caught fire off Talise Island in Indonesia.
Approximately 300 people were onboard the ferry.
The fire occurred at 1:30 PM local time while en route to Manado Port.
At least 3 casualties have been reported.
Around 150 people have been rescued.
- Who
- A passenger ferry carrying approximately 300 people.
- What
- A passenger ferry caught fire and burst into flames.
- When
- The fire started around 1:30 PM local time on Sunday.
- Where
- Off Talise Island in North Sulawesi, Indonesia.
- Why
- The cause of the fire has not yet been ascertained.
- Location
- Off Talise Island, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
- Vessel
- KM Barcelona V
- Departure Point
- Talaud Islands
- Destination
- Manado Port
- Estimated Passengers
- Approximately 300
- Reported Casualties
- At least 3 deaths
- Rescued
- Approximately 150