Fire destroys ferry terminal in Misamis

Jun 24, 2013 2:42 PM PHT

Richard Falcatan

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The blaze started just after the first ferry left the terminal in Balingoan, Misamis Oriental, at about 4 am on June 24

ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines – Fire of still unknown origin gutten down the passenger ferry terminal in Balingoan town in the province of Misamis Oriental at about 4 am on Monday, June 24.

The blaze started just after the first ferry left the port for Camiguin Island, also in Northern Mindanao.

By 5:30 am, the terminal was razed to the ground.

Arson probers are looking into the possibility that the fire was started by persons or groups that had been complaining about the allegedly excessive charges imposed by the port management. Passengers had been complaining about fees on cargoes and carry-on bags or packages. – Rappler.com