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Three people were rescued after a small fire broke out on a passenger ferry near the coast, authorities said. Fire crews arrived on the scene within minutes and contained the blaze to one deck, with critical injuries reported for two crew members who were later stabilized.

Officials indicated an investigation into the cause is underway, focusing on a potential electrical fault in the vessel’s engine room. The ferry was evacuated as a precaution, and travelers were bused to a nearby port terminal while repairs were assessed.

Local authorities urged calm and advised passengers to check with operators for status updates on upcoming sailings. No fatalities have been reported, and the coast guard said it will continue monitoring the situation overnight.