Philippine authorities are searching for the commander of a ferry that caught fire on Wednesday near Coron island. The incident resulted in a death toll of 35, a number that was updated as rescue and search operations continue.
The ferry was en route when the fire occurred, and emergency teams were called to the area near Coron island. Search operations are still underway to locate possible survivors and other victims.
The Philippines are intensifying efforts to find the commander of the vessel, who has not yet been located. Authorities have not yet released details about what may have caused the fire on the ferry.
