# Philippine Coast Guard Seizes Explosives on Palawan Ferry

> Philippine Coast Guard confiscates 12.5 tonnes ammonium nitrate and dynamite from Palawan ferry.
- Title: Philippine Coast Guard Seizes Explosives on Palawan Ferry
- Summary: Philippine Coast Guard confiscates 12.5 tonnes ammonium nitrate and dynamite from Palawan ferry. Philippine Coast Guard seized 12.5 tonnes ammonium nitrate…
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- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/world/2026/09/18/philippine-coast-guard-seizes-125-tonnes-ammonium-nitrate-dynamite-aboard-palawan-ferry/235696
- Published: 2026-09-18T19:27:15+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: philippine coast guard, ammonium nitrate, dynamite, palawan ferry, ro-ro vessel, maritime safety, philippine national police, news, world
## What happened
Philippine Coast Guard seized 12.5 tonnes ammonium nitrate and 130 dynamite cases.

> The explosives and components were discovered inside (two trucks) aboard the RoRo passenger vessel
## Who was affected
Passengers and crew on the ferry faced danger from improper explosives declaration.
## When and where
September 13, 2026, in Palawan province port.
## Why it matters
Ammonium nitrate can cause catastrophic explosions if mishandled.
## Recent accidents
Ferry fire killed dozens on September 9, 2026, in Palawan.
## Investigation underway
Coast guard officer relieved to ensure impartial probe.
## Key takeaway

Philippine Coast Guard seized 12.5 tonnes ammonium nitrate and 130 cases of dynamite from a ferry in Palawan after improper declaration.