From Malay Mail · · 50s
Navy battles to raise capsized Java Sea ferry
Indonesian navy works to right sunken ferry with 129 missing.
In brief
Indonesian navy works to right sunken ferry with 129 missing. Indonesian navy is righting a capsized ferry that sank in Java Sea leaving 6 dead and 129 missing. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Ferry sinks in Java Sea
Ferry sank after leaving Surabaya with 213 passengers and 30 crew.
Six dead, 129 missing
At least six people died and 129 are missing after sinking.
Vessel submerged deeper
Ferry sank farther from 21m to 29m depth.
Expert team deployed
Navy brings in expert team to right the capsized ferry.
Divers face risks
Divers cannot enter vessel until it is righted due to safety concerns.
Marine accidents common
Indonesia faces frequent marine accidents due to lax safety and weather.
The short version
Indonesian navy is righting a capsized ferry that sank in Java Sea leaving 6 dead and 129 missing.
