A remote view of a burning ship issued by government agencies on Wednesday evening
The rescue team, which dealt with the firefighting operation and rescue operations Shipmmv Wan Hai 503, which lit the coast of Kerala on June 9, watched the release of hydrocarbons near the fuel tank of the burning ship and increased concern.
According to the latest report on the situation published by government agencies, the Master Salvage was confirmed by the ongoing release of hydrocarbons with the possible fuel tanks.
The presence of hydrocarbon pairs indicates the possible heat transfer near the fuel tanks. The authorities greatly followed the development of the ship because there was a chance of boiling explosion of fluid (Bleve).
On Thursday #Indianairforce And the staff of the AirDropped Coast Guard dry chemical powder on the burning cargo ship Wan Hai 503 in an effort to arrest a fire that rages for more than two days.
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– Hind (@the_hind) June 12, 2025
When the fire rages near the fuel tank, the liquid form of fuel can evaporate and steam, which is more dangerous because it evaporates in the presence of high temperature, can lead to an explosion.
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Currently, continuous on -board evaluation is carried out to monitor any escalation. The vessel remains structurally above the water, but represents a continuing risk due to dangerous cargo on board.
The ship also carries into the Indian exclusive economic zone (EEZ). The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) boats and aircraft are engaged in intensive firefighting operations, even if the vessel is carried in the southeast, approximately 42 Miles from Beypore in Kerala. The fire remains active, but is under constant control due to the ongoing efforts to cool and firefighting.
The vessel, which carries 2,128 metric tons of fuel and hundreds of containers, including a dangerous cargo, represents a significant threat to the sea environment and nearby transport routes. Continuous and determined firefighting efforts ICG significantly contained a fire, with smoke now visible through cargo and bays. However, the fire persists in the inner decks and areas near the fuel tanks.
While the immediate focus remains on the fire of fire, a parallel effort was made to pull it away from the coast and avert the potential ecological disaster. The highest priorities of agencies remain the highest priority of the vessel.
Published – June 12, 2025 08:34 IS
