In Indonesia, at least 74 people have been rescued safely after a wooden ship sank in the waters of South Kalimantan province on Monday. Rescuers have so far found 18 bodies and temporarily stopped searching for at least 8 others who have gone missing. Head of Search and Rescue Office of the province said that the accident took place on Monday about two hours after the ship with more than 100 people on board departed from Tanjung Dewa. The ship was heading to Serongga of the province. He said the rescue operation, which was temporarily stopped on Monday evening will resume this morning. Strong wave and wind are the cause of the accident.
News On AIR | June 7, 2011 10:55 AM
Wooden ship sinks in waters of South Kalimantan province in Indonesia