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Ferry with 131 people catches fire in Indonesias Lombok Strait, rescue underway
Five dead, dozens missing as Indonesia ferry fire leaves passengers stranded off Madura Island
A ferry carrying 131 people caught fire early Wednesday in the waters between the Indonesian islands of Bali and Lombok, prompting a large-scale rescue operation involving multiple ships and a helicopter, according to local authorities and state news agency Antara.
The *Putri Yasmin* was traveling from Padang Bai on Bali to Lembar on Lombok when flames erupted aboard the vessel in the Lombok Strait, said Heri Wiyanto, the head of the local harbor authority. The ferry had 114 passengers and 17 crew members on board, along with 44 vehicles and 53 motorcycles, according to passenger lists from Padang Bai’s harbor office. Strong winds, thick smoke, and high waves up to 4 meters hampered rescue efforts, said Muhammad Hariyadi, the rescue operation leader.
By Wednesday morning, rescue teams and nearby vessels had evacuated 172 people, Hariyadi said, though authorities initially reported 131 on board. Norwegian news agency Aftenposten cited officials as saying one person had died, while other reports suggested all passengers and crew had been brought to safety. The discrepancy remained unresolved as of the latest updates.
A navy vessel and additional ships were deployed to the scene, with more than 200 personnel involved in the operation, Hariyadi said. The ferry lost power and ran aground, making it inoperable, according to a spokesperson for the Indonesian naval unit on Lombok. Local media reported the fire may have started from a truck on board, though no official confirmation was provided.
The incident follows a recent ferry fire off the island of Madura on July 26, which killed five people and revealed the vessel had been carrying more passengers than permitted. Another ferry disaster in July 2025 between Java and Bali resulted in nearly 20 deaths, with 16 others still missing.
The Bali-Lombok route is a popular connection for tourists traveling between the two islands, known for their beaches, volcanoes, and surfing spots. Indonesian waters have seen repeated ferry accidents in recent years, often with significant casualties.
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