More than 100 passengers are missing after an Indonesian ferry sank in rough seas off the coast of Sulawesi, triggering a major search and rescue operation. The vessel was carrying more than 200 people when it went down in dangerous conditions.
Rescue boats have recovered dozens of survivors from the water, with some found clinging to pieces of debris in the darkness. Emergency crews have continued searching the surrounding waters for others still missing.
The operation has been made more difficult by rough seas and poor visibility, particularly during the overnight search. Rescue teams are using boats and other resources to cover the affected area.
Authorities have warned that the number of casualties could rise as the search continues. Families are waiting for information as rescuers work to locate passengers who may still be alive.
The sinking has renewed concerns about maritime safety in Indonesia, an archipelago where ferries are widely used for travel between islands.
Rescue operations remain underway, with authorities focused on finding survivors and recovering those still unaccounted for. The cause of the sinking and the exact circumstances surrounding the accident are also being investigated.
