Death toll from Philippines ferry fire climbs to 35, with dozens still missing
Access to the burnt-out boat has been slowed by toxic fumes and lingering heat, the country's coast guard says.
Death toll from Philippines ferry fire climbs to 35, with dozens still missing
Access to the burnt-out boat has been slowed by toxic fumes and lingering heat, the country's coast guard says. Grouped from 7 articles across 6 sources.
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Philippines ferry fire death toll rises to 35 after bodies recovered
Coast Guard says 30 more bodies recovered after five people were initially confirmed dead in Wednesday's disaster.
Death toll in Philippine ferry fire soars as more bodies are recovered
A fire on a passenger ferry off the western Philippines left dozens of people missing and killed at least five. An intense and widespread search was on for the unaccounted for.
Philippines ferry fire: Search continues for dozens missing
Firefighters searching for survivors combed through the smoking remains of a ferry off the coast of Coron island in the Philippines. Dozens of people have died, and more than 40 have been rescued.
Deaths in Philippines ferry fire rises to at least 35
A fire which broke out on a passenger ferry in the Philippines has killed at least 35 people, while 54 are still missing.
At least 35 killed in Philippines ferry fire after bodies found on board
Authorities are trying to determine whether any foreigners were on board the ferry, which is afloat off the town of Coron, known for its diving sites and island-hopping attractions.
Family members wait after deadly Philippines ferry fire
Dozens of passengers are missing after a fire tore through a ferry in the Philippines, killing at least 5 people.
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