Chemicals, heat fueled ferry fire; 16 charged

Inquirer.net - Nov 13, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — A chemical reaction involving hazardous cargo and intense heat from a malfunctioning engine fueled a ferry fire that killed 77 people off Coron, Palawan, in September, the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) said on Thursday as it confirmed the filing of a criminal complaint against 16 individuals. BFP spokesperson Fire Supt. Anthony

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