Rescue operation underway after South Korean ferry with 260 passengers hits rocks

The coast guard is conducting a rescue operation after the ferry hit a rocky island.
Text: Óscar Ontañón Docal
Published 2025-11-19

We just got the news that a South Korean passenger ferry carrying approximately 260 people, including passengers and crew, just ran aground near a rocky island close to Jindo on Wednesday, according to authorities (via YTN).

The coast guard immediately launched a rescue operation to ensure the safety of all on board. Details on injuries or the condition of the ferry aren't available yet, so stay tuned for further updates. This is a developing news story...

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