Deadly ferry fire off the coast of Coron, Philippines
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Atienza Interisland Ferries Inc.
Coron, Palawan, Philippines
September 9, 2026
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A fire broke out on the M/V June Aster ferry on Sep 9, 2026. 35 deaths confirmed, with the toll expected to rise. 54 people remain unaccounted for, and 30 bodies have been recovered so far.
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