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A ferry with more than 300 people on board caught fire in Sweden

A big fire broke out on board a ferry sailing off the coast of Sweden.

About 300 people are on board the ship, reports AFP, citing Reuters.

The fire started on the car deck, said Jonas Franzen, a representative of the Swedish Maritime Administration, quoted by AFP.

A large-scale rescue operation involving three helicopters and seven ships is underway.

Stay tuned for details!

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