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KM Mutiara Sentosa 1

KM Mutiara Sentosa 1

KM Mutiara Sentosa 1
Photo: klimg.com

The 134 meter long, 2130 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry KM Mutiara Sentosa 1 caught fire off the Masalembo Islands in Sumenep, East Java. The fire erupted from a vehicle near the forepeak on the car deck. The crew attempted to fight the blaze, but were unable to contain it. The fire consumed other vehicles and quickly spread down the length of the vessel. Authorities were alerted and the captain of the KM Mutiara Sentosa 1 ordered all passengers and crew to abandon ship.

The number of people rescued is not quite certain. Reports state from 154 to 190 passengers and crew were rescued and were taken ashore.  Over 40 passengers were taken to a nearby hosptial for medical treatment. Reports do confirm that at least five passengers had been killed in the fire. Authorities state there is a search for 28 more passengers who remain missing. An exact number of passengers on board may not be determined. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

 

Kydon

Kydon

Kydon
Photo: wapa.tv

The 192 meter long, 6987 dwt ro-ro passenger ferry Kydon allided with the quay at the port of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The Kydon was arrived in port and struck the quay while maneuvering.  No passengers where injured, but the ferry destroyed several vehicles and containers on the quay. No reports of pollution.

Ijveer 60

Ijveer 60

Ijveer 60
Photo: ad.nl

The 34 meter long ro-ro passenger ferry Ijveer 60 allided with a pole at Amsterdam, Netherlands. The ferry was arriving from Buiksloter Way when it struck a pole next to the jetty outside the main terminal in Amsterdam. Two people on board suffered minor injuries.

Local authorities launched an investigation into the incident. No reports of pollution released.