Fire-fighting operations are ongoing for the Singapore-registered container vessel Wan Hai 503, which is currently off the coast of India. The Indian authorities and the vessel owner have deployed two additional fire-fighting vessels, expected to arrive this evening, to bolster the response efforts. Meanwhile, the 18 crew members who were rescued earlier have safely reached New Mangalore Port. Six of these crew members were injured, with three already discharged from a shore medical facility.
Search and rescue (SAR) operations are actively underway to locate four missing crew members, with aerial surveillance supporting these efforts. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) is collaborating with the vessel’s classification society and Indian authorities to provide technical information crucial for stabilising the situation and managing the fire. This includes guidance on fire containment measures, assessing onboard fire conditions, and monitoring the vessel’s stability.
MPA is closely monitoring the situation in coordination with Indian authorities, focusing on assessing the vessel’s structural integrity and potential environmental impacts. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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