Ferry Fire Near Coron Claims 5 Lives | Dubai News

A passenger ferry caught fire at sea near Coron, Palawan, killing five and leaving 87 people missing as rescue efforts race against time. Of the 134 on board, 42 have been rescued — three in critical condition — while authorities scramble to match passenger lists and determine the blaze’s cause. The vessel is severely damaged, hampering access, and local fishermen are aiding the search. Families are urged to contact Coron hotlines for updates as environmental concerns loom — though no oil spill has been reported yet. 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.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3f96c788654fe6b9