DIVYA DELHI : At least five people have been killed and 86 others reported missing after a passenger ferry caught fire in the Philippines, triggering a major search and rescue operation. The incident has raised concerns over the safety of passengers as authorities continue efforts to locate those unaccounted for. According to preliminary reports, the ferry was carrying passengers when the fire broke out, forcing people to evacuate the vessel. Rescue teams, including coast guard personnel and other emergency responders, were deployed to the affected area to search for survivors and assist those in distress. Several passengers have reportedly been rescued, while authorities are working to establish the exact number of people who were onboard when the fire started. The cause of the blaze has not yet been fully determined and is expected to be investigated. Officials are closely monitoring the rescue operation as families await updates about their loved ones. Authorities have also urged people to rely on verified information while the search continues. Further details about the incident, including the identities of the victims and missing passengers, are expected as the investigation progresses.
