Five Survivors Rescued After Indonesian Ferry Capsizes
Summary
Five passengers, including a seven-year-old girl, were rescued alive after surviving three days in the sea following an Indonesian ferry capsizing near Selayar Island. The search for other missing passengers continues amid challenging conditions.
Key Points
- Five passengers of an Indonesian ferry that capsized near Selayar Island were rescued alive after floating in the sea for three days.
- A seven-year-old girl was among the survivors rescued by local fishermen on Saturday afternoon.
- The passengers made a temporary floating device using plastic containers and cork pieces to stay afloat after the boat sank.
- A search operation involving ships, an aircraft, and a helicopter is ongoing to find other missing passengers amid frequent maritime accidents in Indonesia.
