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A ferry named Cayabyab caught fire off the coast of Palawan, Philippines, killing at least five and leaving 84 people missing. Smoke from the blaze is hampering rescue efforts as teams—backed by the army, fishermen, and private resorts—search frantically for survivors who spent hours in the water. The vessel, carrying 117 passengers and 17 crew plus cargo, erupted into flames suddenly, with some survivors reporting two explosions before the fire spread. Authorities are still investigating the cause while working to account for everyone on board amid a massive, desperate search.

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