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Dozens missing on Indonesia ship Dozens missing on Indonesia ship
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At least two people have died and dozens are missing after a passenger ship disappeared in eastern Indonesia. Two children have died and dozens of passengers are missing after a ship disappeared in eastern Indonesia.
The boat was travelling from Buru to Ambon, the capital of Maluku province, when it experienced engine failure. The boat was travelling from Buru to Ambon, the capital of Maluku province, when its engine failed in rough seas.
About 70 people were on board, 23 of whom have now been rescued, an official with the port authority in Ambon said. About 70 people were on board, 23 of whom have now been rescued, an official with the Ambon port authority said.
Boat travel is an important mode of transport between Indonesia's many islands, but accidents are frequent due to poor safety standards.Boat travel is an important mode of transport between Indonesia's many islands, but accidents are frequent due to poor safety standards.
Ambon port official Karim Tuanaya said passengers who had been on the KM Wahai Star were rescued from the sea by staff aboard an oil tanker who had heard their cries for help.
"The tanker is still on location because the weather is still bad, with strong currents, rain and it's very dark," Mr Tuanaya said.
Rescue efforts were continuing, but were hampered by huge waves, he said.