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Rescue operation underway for 24 missing after boat capsizes off Indonesia

The search continues for survivors following a tragic incident that left two dead and 24 missing off Sulawesi island.

  • A fishing boat carrying 37 people capsized in rough seas off Indonesia's Sulawesi island, with 11 survivors found.
  • The boat, Dewi Jaya 2, was en route from Jakarta to Lombok Island when it encountered stormy weather.
  • Survivors were found after three days at sea, clinging to their capsized boat and floating to the Selayar Islands.
  • Rescue efforts are hampered by bad weather, with the navy and volunteers joining the search.
  • Marine accidents are common in Indonesia, highlighting issues with safety regulations and overcrowding.
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