Fire in engine room

A fire occurred in the engine room of a vessel during operations. The fire was first detected by a duty crew member, and the watch team immediately attempted to extinguish it using portable fire extinguishers. Unfortunately, these efforts were not successful, and the fire rapidly escalated.

The fire initially impacted the starboard main engine and surrounding areas, with temperatures rising beyond 660°C. This extreme heat caused significant damage, ultimately leading to the destruction of the engine room and adjoining areas, including accommodation spaces.

However, the emergency response and firefighting efforts from the fleet and local authorities were swift, helping to prevent further escalation and ensuring the safety of the crew and passengers and protection of the environment.

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