A freight-only Ro-Ro vessel, the Caesarea Trader, operated by Danish shipping company DFDS, experienced a fire onboard while off the Isle of Wight on February 9. The UK-flagged ship was making its way to Portsmouth after departing from St Helier in Jersey when the fire broke out in the engine room around 15:45 local time.
Upon discovering the blaze, the crew swiftly initiated firefighting procedures and issued a distress call. The alert was promptly received by HM Coastguard, which activated a response.
In response to the emergency, a coastguard helicopter equipped with thermal imaging technology and a rescue boat from the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) were dispatched to the scene to evaluate the situation and provide assistance.
The incident highlights the importance of rapid response measures in maritime emergencies, ensuring the safety of the crew and the vessel during such critical situations. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
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