Late Wednesday night, a passenger ferry sank near the Indonesian island of Bali, leaving at least 61 people missing, the local search and rescue agency said.
The distress call went out under cover of darkness, prompting a swift response from rescue teams. Boats have combed the waters overnight in mounting efforts to locate the missing passengers.
Authorities have not yet disclosed the number of survivors or the ferry's manifest, and the cause of the sinking remains under investigation.
This tragedy highlights the risks of maritime travel for residents and tourists who rely on ferry services across Indonesia's many islands. Authorities said they will provide updates as the search continues.
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