A Belize-flagged general cargo vessel was on fire off Italy, and its crew was evacuated as local sources state. The 18 crewmembers were saved and no injuries have been reported. Thus, authorities are investigating the incident to find out the exact cause.
Specifically, the 8.900 dwt Hala B was on anchor near the Port of Chioggia.
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During its anchorage the vessel caught fire. The fire started from the engine room in the evening hours on February 26, according...
https://safety4sea.com/crew-evacuated-from-burning-ship-off-chioggia-italy/