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Ferry catches fire near Indonesian port, all passengers rescued

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Briefings

A fire occurred on the KMP Batumandi ferry near Merak Port in western Indonesia on Tuesday, resulting in all passengers being rescued. The incident occurred while the vessel was approaching the port, with no specific casualty figures or fire duration provided in the available evidence.

Key points

• A fire broke out aboard the KMP Batumandi ferry approaching Merak Port in western Indonesia on Tuesday.
• All passengers on the vessel were rescued following the incident.

Context

This event occurred in western Indonesia, where the ferry was navigating the waters near Merak Port. The incident involves a maritime vessel and a fire on board, which is a common but serious maritime safety concern.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to the date of the incident and the vessel name. Specific details such as the exact time of the fire, the duration of the fire, the number of casualties, or the cause of the fire are not provided in the source material.

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