MSF: Fire hose entangled in azimuth propeller

While transiting to port during a period of adverse weather a fire cabinet located on the starboard side of the vessels main deck opened, resulting in the fire hose being washed overboard. 

The fire hose subsequently became entangled in the vessel’s starboard azimuth propeller. The fire cabinet door was fitted with industry-standard latches. The latches were not found to be broken or damaged.

 Following a remote inspection of the propeller, the vessel crew were able to release the fire hose by repeatedly adjusting the position of the starboard azimuth unit from forward to aft.

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