Fire on the Water: Indonesia's Maritime Safety Crisis Deepens The recent ferry fire off Indonesia's Madura Island has claimed at least five lives and left 41 people missing.
The tragedy is a grim reminder of the country's chronic maritime safety issues, which have resulted in numerous losses over the years.
The Mutiara Sentosa 2 ferry was traveling from Java to Makassar when it caught fire on Sunday, with dramatic footage showing thick black smoke billowing from the vessel.