Mutiara Santosa 2

Mutiara Santosa 2 is an Indonesian passenger ferry. It recently became newsworthy due to a significant fire incident that occurred in waters off the main island of Java, near Madura Island. On Sunday, August 2, 2026, the ferry, carrying 271 people, caught fire. The incident resulted in at least five confirmed fatalities, with dozens of passengers reported missing. Rescuers and nearby vessels were involved in evacuating hundreds of individuals from the burning ship. The exact number of missing people remains unknown. This event highlights the ongoing maritime safety concerns in the region and the critical role of emergency response services like the Indonesian National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) in such disasters.