Major fire on cargo container vessel in Goa, intense fire-fighting operation underway | Video
A significant fire erupted on a container cargo merchant vessel approximately 102 nautical miles southwest of Goa, prompting the swift deployment of two Indian Coast Guard ships from Goa to assist in firefighting efforts.
A significant fire has erupted on a merchant vessel carrying hazardous cargo approximately 102 nautical miles southwest of Goa, according to the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). The incident was reported late Friday evening.
An ICG ship is currently engaged in firefighting operations amidst challenging weather conditions and rough seas. Additionally, two more ICG ships are en route to the scene to assist with the response.
The vessel, en route from Mundra to Colombo, was reported to be carrying “International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) cargo.” The Coast Guard has noted that explosions have been occurring in the front part of the ship.
#WATCH | A major fire broke out on a container cargo merchant vessel about 102 nautical miles southwest of Goa. Two ICG ships have been sailed with dispatch from Goa to augment firefighting efforts. Further details awaited. pic.twitter.com/Qyqxjd2GOJ
— ANI (@ANI) July 19, 2024
(With inputs from PTI)
News Source:- INDIA TV
