Fire Aboard Berthed Tanker

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Fleetmon reports of a tanker fire at Dunkirk.

Tanker ablaze

Fire erupted on board of tanker TORM LOUISE at around 0130 LT Feb 24, berthed at Total Terminal in Mardyck, Dunkirk, France.

Fire reportedly, started in one of cabins in superstructure, and probably spread to other compartments. Some 50 firefighters, on engines and tugs, were deployed. Fire was extinguished as of 1400 UTC Feb 24.

The tanker remained berthed, with no tugs or fire boats at her side. Extent of damages unknown. Tanker is loaded with refined products.

Incident update

No injuries or pollution after blaze broke out in accommodation deck at Dunkirk.

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Source: Fleetmon