As of September 12, 2026, the Philippine Coast Guard said the confirmed death toll from the fire aboard the passenger ferry MV June Aster off Palawan had risen to 76, after rescuers recovered 41 additional charred remains (up from 35 earlier). Forty-three people survived, and 13 remained unaccounted for based on a ticket manifest of 134 people (two listed individuals said they did not board). The ferry was traveling from Manila to Coron when it caught fire Wednesday night; authorities said the figures could still change as recovery and identification continue.
Source: Anadolu Agency — Death toll from Philippines ferry fire rises to 76, 13 still missing