A ferry named KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya sank off the coast of Bali while carrying 65 people. Following its departure from Ketapang port in East Java, the vessel encountered rough seas and foundered around thirty minutes into its journey. The National Search and Rescue Agency confirmed that two bodies were found, and 20 passengers were rescued, many showing signs of unconsciousness from hours adrift. Search efforts involved nine boats navigating waves up to 2 meters in height. Ferry disasters are often seen in Indonesia due to prevailing maritime safety issues.
The KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya ferry sank shortly after departing from East Java's Ketapang port, carrying a total of 65 people including passengers and crew.
Search and Rescue teams have reported that two bodies have been recovered and twenty individuals have been rescued from the sea, some in unconscious condition.
Rough seas with waves reaching heights of 2 meters hampered the rescue operations, which involved nine boats including tug and inflatable vessels.
Ferry accidents are prevalent in Indonesia due to the country's fragmented geography and often lax safety regulations for maritime transportation.
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