Crews Battling Blaze on APL Containership Off Vietnam
The Vietnamese Coast Guard and also salvage groups are remaining to reply to a freight fire onboard the 9,326 TEU containership APL Vancouver in the South China Sea off the shore of Vietnam.
Operator APL reported that the fire burst out in among the freight holds as the vessel was underway from Shekou, China to Singapore last Thursday, 31 January, at around 0430hrs.
All 24 team participants aboard are reported secure. It was not instantly clear on Monday if a few of the team had actually been left or if they stay aboard dealing with the fire.
The Vietnamese Coast Guard has actually gotten on scene dealing with the fire, which has actually differed in strength over the last 4 days, according to records. Salvage vessels are likewise on scene supplying support.
As of February 1, the ship lay around 4 maritime miles from Vung Ro Bay, Vietnam, according to theVietnamese Coast Guard
“The operator is in continuous contact with the vessel’s Master and local authorities to coordinate all necessary actions to ensure the fire is safely and promptly extinguished,” APL claimed in an event declaration. “The situation is being closely monitored and relevant parties have been informed.”
The APL Vancouver was integrated in 2013 and also is flagged in Singapore.
From video clip uploaded online, the fire seems situated near the ship’s holiday accommodation block.
