‘Multiple injuries’ reported after South Korea ferry incident

19 Nov 2025 • 11:22 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A South Korean ferry carrying 267 people ran aground off the nation's southwest coast on Wednesday.
  • The vessel was travelling from the southern island of Jeju to the southwestern port city of Mokpo.
  • Five people sustained minor injuries, though no further casualties have been reported.
  • The ship had 246 passengers and 21 crew members aboard when the incident occurred.
  • Authorities are mobilising all available assets for rescue, and the cause of the grounding remains unclear.

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