Five Passengers Found Drifting Days After Boat Sinks in Indonesia A harrowing scene has unfolded over the past week off the coast of Indonesia's Papua province: five passengers were rescued on Tuesday after being found drifting helplessly for days, their boat having sunk in what is being described as treacherous seas.
The incident has sparked an investigation into the cause of the disaster and raises concerns about maritime safety in the region.
Background of the Incident The boat, which was carrying a group of passengers from Papua to another island, sank on Sunday evening after encountering strong winds and rough seas that made navigation difficult.