The number of people confirmed dead after a ferry fire in the Philippines has risen to 76, according to Reuters. The increase came as rescue workers recovered more remains from the vessel, the news agency reported on Saturday.
Reuters did not specify in the headline or summary how many passengers and crew were aboard, where the ferry was traveling, or when the fire broke out. The reported figure of 76 represents the updated toll as of Saturday, September 12, 2026.
The recovery of additional remains indicates that search and retrieval efforts at the scene are continuing. Reuters described the operation as ongoing, with rescuers still working to account for those lost in the incident.
Ferry accidents are a recurring concern in the Philippine archipelago, where water transport is a primary means of travel between islands. Reuters has not yet provided further details on the cause of the fire or the condition of any survivors.
Authorities have not announced a final casualty figure, and the toll could change as recovery work proceeds. Further updates from Reuters and Philippine officials are expected as more information becomes available.