The death toll from the sinking of a ferry in Indonesia's Java Sea has risen, though outlets differ on the exact figures. The Washington Post, Arab News, The Straits Times and CNA reported 64 deaths with 71 people still missing, while The Washington Times reported 66 deaths with 69 missing.
According to CNA, the vessel, identified as the Virgo Transport 8, was carrying 213 passengers and 30 crew when it lost contact with its shipping company after departing from Surabaya, Indonesia's second largest city, on Java island.
Arab News reported that rescuers have extended search efforts, with only 108 people rescued so far.
The exact cause of the sinking and further details about the incident were not specified in available reporting.
How each side covered it
Left
- The Washington Post reported 64 deaths with 71 people still missing.
“Death toll in Indonesia's capsized Java Sea ferry rises to 64 as 71 people remain missing” — The Washington Post
Center
- Arab News, The Straits Times and CNA reported 64 deaths with 71 people missing.
- Arab News noted rescue efforts have been extended, with only 108 people rescued so far.
- CNA identified the vessel as the Virgo Transport 8, carrying 213 passengers and 30 crew from Surabaya.
“The Virgo Transport 8 was carrying 213 passengers and 30 crew when it lost contact with its shipping company after departing from Indonesia's second largest city Surabaya on Java island.” — CNA
Right
- The Washington Times reported a toll of 66 deaths with 69 people still missing.
“Death toll in Indonesia's capsized Java Sea ferry rises to 66 as 69 people remain missing” — The Washington Times
Questions readers ask
What happened to the ferry in Indonesia?
A ferry, identified by CNA as the Virgo Transport 8, capsized in the Java Sea after departing from Surabaya, Indonesia, and losing contact with its shipping company.
How many people died in the Indonesia ferry sinking?
Most outlets, including The Washington Post, Arab News, The Straits Times and CNA, reported 64 deaths, while The Washington Times reported 66 deaths. Sources also differ on the number missing, reporting either 71 or 69.
How many people were on board the ferry?
According to CNA, the ferry was carrying 213 passengers and 30 crew when it lost contact with its shipping company.
How many people have been rescued so far?
According to Arab News, 108 people have been rescued so far, with search efforts ongoing.
Sources · 6 outlet reports
- The IndependentLeft-leaningDeath toll climbs after Indonesian ferry capsized in Java Sea
- The Washington PostLeft-leaningDeath toll in Indonesia's capsized Java Sea ferry rises to 64 as 71 people remain missing
- Arab NewsCenterDeath toll in Indonesia’s capsized Java Sea ferry rises to 64 as 71 people remain missing
- CNACenterDeath toll from Indonesia ferry sinking jumps to 64
- The Straits TimesCenterDeath toll from Indonesia ferry sinking jumps to 64
- The Washington TimesRight-leaningDeath toll in Indonesia's capsized Java Sea ferry rises to 66 as 69 people remain missing