"Persistent Blaze: Cargo Ship Fire in Newark Engulfs for Days, Claiming Lives of Firefighters"

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"Persistent Blaze: Cargo Ship Fire in Newark Engulfs for Days, Claiming Lives of Firefighters"
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The Port Newark cargo ship fire, which started nearly two days ago, continues to burn and is expected to last at least two more days. Two firefighters have died, and five others were injured. Multiple agencies and environmental experts are on the scene to ensure the safety of first responders, port workers, and nearby residents. The fire is still challenging to extinguish due to limited access and extreme heat. Crews are spraying water on the vessel, but concerns about excess water causing the ship to tip have led to additional measures such as pumping water out and creating holes in the hull. The cause of the fire is under investigation, and environmental impacts are being monitored.

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