Explosion and Fire in Docked Ship’s Cargo Hold!

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  • Explosions and fire in cargo ship hold, Hai Phong.
  • Ship docked at a ship repair yard in Hai Phong and has been under repairs since early February. 
  • No one was injured and the extent of damages are unknown.

General cargo ship docked at a ship repair yard in Hai Phong, suffered fire in cargo hold, reports Maritime Bulletin. 

What happened?

General cargo ship NEW WIND, suffered fire in cargo hold in the afternoon Feb 26, while docked at ship repair yard in Hai Phong.

Explosions

It was reported that fire was preceded by explosions. 

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Fire under control

Fire was taken under control in half an hour, by yard firefighters, reinforced by city fire teams.

The ship has been under repairs since early February. No one was injured and the extent of damages are unknown.

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Source: Maritime Bulletin