FIVE people are dead and another 41 remain missing after a ferry caught fire off the coast of Indonesia. A frantic search and rescue operation is underway with crews deployed on emergency vessels to evacuate the boat. Thick smoke billowing from the passenger vessel KMP Mutiara Sentosa 2 off the coast of Madura Island in East Java, Indonesia Credit: EPA Rescue officers prepare for a search and rescue operation after the deadly blaze Credit: Reuters Chaos struck just hours after Mutiara Sentosa 2 departed a port in Surabaya heading for Makassar. The ferry was carrying around 250 passengers and crew when the blaze erupted close to Madura island. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! Shocking footage shows huge plumes of thick black smoke billowing from the ship. More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun. Comment now
Five dead and 41 missing after ferry catches fire sparking huge search and rescue mission for 250 stranded passengers
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