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Ferry Tragedy Near Bali Leaves Four Dead and Dozens Missing

A ferry sank near Bali, Indonesia, resulting in four deaths and many missing, prompting extensive search and rescue efforts amid challenging conditions.

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  • A ferry sank near Bali, Indonesia, leading to four confirmed deaths and dozens of passengers and crew members still unaccounted for.
  • Out of 65 individuals on board, 31 have been rescued, while search efforts continue for the remaining missing persons.
  • Rescue operations faced challenges due to strong waves and darkness, but improved weather conditions on Thursday aided the search.
  • Indonesian authorities are investigating the incident, with survivors reporting a possible engine room leak as a contributing factor.
  • Frequent ferry accidents in Indonesia raise concerns about safety regulations, highlighting the risks associated with ferry transportation in the archipelago.
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Center-leaning sources emphasize the urgency and complexity of the rescue efforts following the ferry sinking near Bali. They highlight the challenges faced by rescuers, such as adverse weather conditions, while also noting systemic issues in Indonesia's ferry safety regulations. The tone reflects concern for the victims and accountability for the incident.

"Rescuers were searching Thursday for 29 people who were missing after a ferry sank and five people died the previous night near Indonesia's resort island of Bali."

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"As of Thursday afternoon, 31 people had been rescued from the ferry's 53 passengers and 12 crew members, the National Search and Rescue Agency said in a statement."

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"Rescuers were searching Thursday for 32 people missing after a ferry sank the previous night near Indonesia's resort island of Bali."

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The exact cause of the ferry sinking is still under investigation, but survivors reported a possible engine room leak, and authorities are also assessing factors such as overloading, mechanical failure, and poor weather conditions as potential contributors.

There were 65 individuals on board the ferry. So far, 31 have been rescued, with four confirmed dead and dozens still missing as search efforts continue.

Rescue operations faced challenges such as strong waves and darkness, which complicated the search, but improving weather conditions later helped facilitate the efforts.

Ferry accidents are relatively common in Indonesia due to factors like lack of safety enforcement and poor weather conditions. These incidents highlight ongoing concerns about maritime safety regulations in the archipelago.

Indonesian authorities have promised a full investigation into the incident and vowed to enforce stricter maritime safety regulations to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

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