A ferry caught fire in the Philippines, resulting in the death of five people and leaving 86 missing. The vessel was carrying 134 passengers and crew when the fire broke out. Authorities indicated that, so far, 43 people have been rescued alive.
The ferry was heading to Coron, a popular tourist destination located on Palawan island, in the Philippine archipelago. The causes of the fire have not yet been determined by local authorities.
Rescue operations are ongoing, with emergency teams searching for the remaining missing passengers in the waters of the region. The accident occurred on one of the country's most frequented sea routes, frequently used by tourists traveling to the famous islands of Palawan.
