Ferry Capsizes in Java Sea | Dubai News

A ferry between Java and Borneo has capsized in deadly stormy seas, leaving 6 dead and 130 missing out of 243 on board. Rescue teams have pulled 107 so far amid treacherous waves up to 2.5 meters, with rough conditions hampering efforts. The vessel, Virgo Transport 8, tilted before vanishing — a grim reminder of Indonesia’s perilous sea routes, where outdated safety measures and weather extremes fuel frequent tragedies. Families wait in agony as helicopters scour the Java Sea, while officials race to find survivors before the ship fully sinks. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/indonesia-says-six-killed-130-missing-after-ferry-capsizes-off-java-2-1.500672697 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7b264847316e3238 Report issues to [email protected].