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accidentsdisasters2 years ago

Port Newark Cargo Ship Fire Extinguished, Investigation Underway

The fatal cargo ship fire that killed two Newark firefighters at Port Newark, New Jersey, has finally been extinguished after more than five days. A marine chemist confirmed that there is no longer any danger of the fire flaring up again. The operation has now shifted to salvage efforts, which are expected to take one to two months to complete. An investigation into the cause of the fire and why it was difficult to extinguish will continue. The ship, Grande Costa d’Avorio, will likely be towed away from its berth in the port. The fire led to speculation about electric vehicles on board, but the ship's manifest indicated that there were no electric vehicles. Normal operations at the port have resumed, and there have been no significant environmental effects from the fire. Funeral services for the two firefighters will be held this week.

via The New York Times|
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maritimedisaster2 years ago

"Fatal Newark Port Fire Extinguished, Union Demands Additional Staff"

The fire aboard the Italian cargo ship Grande Costa D'Avorio at Port Newark has been extinguished, and the Coast Guard is now investigating the cause and preparing to dismantle the ship. Two Newark firefighters lost their lives while battling the fire, and concerns have been raised by the Newark firefighters' union regarding aging equipment, inadequate staffing levels, and 80 unfilled firefighter positions in the city. Governor Phil Murphy has acknowledged the need for increased staffing but has not committed to providing state resources.

via WABC-TV|
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local-news2 years ago

Cargo Ship Fire at Port Newark Contained and Vessel Stabilized, Officials Confirm

The fire aboard a cargo ship at Port Newark has been contained and the vessel has been stabilized. The fire was contained to the ship's 11th deck and is no longer spreading. Dewatering efforts have been successful in stabilizing the ship, and firefighters have been working around the clock to extinguish the fire. The ship has been tilting to its starboard side as it takes on water, and crews are using pumps and poking holes in the hull to drain the water. The ship will continue to list to starboard to accelerate the dewatering process. Two firefighters tragically lost their lives in the fire, and five others were injured. The U.S. Coast Guard has reported no waterway pollution, and air quality in the surrounding area is being monitored.

via CBS New York|
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accidentsdisasters2 years ago

Fire Contained on Cargo Ship at Port Newark

The fire aboard a cargo ship at Port Newark, which has been burning since Wednesday night, has been contained on the 11th deck and is no longer spreading. Crews are continuing to douse smoldering areas and dewater the vessel, which contains about 5,000 vehicles. Two firefighters were killed and five others injured while fighting the fire. Air monitoring has not detected hazardous levels in the surrounding area, and water samples have been collected for testing. A formal investigation will be conducted to determine the cause of the fire and fatalities.

via News 12 New Jersey|
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accidentsdisasters2 years ago

"Tragic Cargo Ship Fire in New Jersey Continues to Burn, Claiming Lives of Brave Firefighters"

The fire aboard a cargo ship at Port Newark, which has been burning since Wednesday night, has been contained on the 11th deck and is no longer spreading, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. Crews are continuing to douse smoldering areas and dewater the vessel, which contains approximately 5,000 vehicles. Two firefighters were killed and five others injured while fighting the fire. Air monitoring has not detected hazardous levels in the surrounding area, and water samples have been collected for testing. A formal investigation will be conducted to determine the cause of the fire and fatalities.

via News 12 New Jersey|
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local-news2 years ago

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

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.

via CBS New York|
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accidentsdisasters2 years ago

Tragic Blaze Claims Lives of Two Newark Firefighters on Cargo Ship

A fire on a cargo ship at Port Newark in New Jersey has been burning for over 30 hours, resulting in the deaths of two firefighters who became trapped while fighting the blaze. The fire, which started on the 10th deck and spread to the 11th and 12th floors, was fueled by exploding vehicle gas tanks. Newark's fire chief stated that his department lacked the necessary training and equipment to handle such a fire, particularly one involving cars filled with gas on a cargo ship. The ship was carrying thousands of vehicles, and no electric cars or hazardous cargo were on board. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire.

via WABC-TV|
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