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Passengers forced to jump into sea as packed ferry erupts in flames

Published 11:11 20 Jul 2025 BST

Updated 11:22 20 Jul 2025 BST

Erin McLaughlin
Passengers forced to jump into sea as packed ferry erupts in flames

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Passengers leap into the sea in an attempt to escape the floating inferno

280 passengers scurry to escape a ferry which became a floating inferno off the coast of Indonesia.

Flames engulfed the KM Barcelona VA vessel, which was on its way towards the city of Manado, forcing dozens of passengers to leap into the sea.

Footage shows frantic passengers, most wearing life jackets, some without, launching themselves into the sea.

The fire continues to rage through the ship, while a cloud of thick, black smoke swells into the sky.