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246 Rescued After South Korean Ferry Runs Aground

11/19/2025

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The South Korean ferry Queen Jenuvia 2 ran aground on rocks near Jangsan Island in Sinan County, and all 246 passengers were rescued.
The Coast Guard said the vessel is stuck on a reef but poses no risk of sinking or capsizing.
The incident occurred on Wednesday evening local time.
Five passengers suffered minor injuries, and there were no fatalities.

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The South Korean ferry Queen Jenuvia 2 ran aground on rocks near Jangsan Island in Sinan County, and all 246 passengers were rescued.
The Coast Guard said the vessel is stuck on a reef but poses no risk of sinking or capsizing.
The incident occurred on Wednesday evening local time.
Five passengers suffered minor injuries, and there were no fatalities.