- A crew member’s cigarette caused a fire in the cabin, worsened by an open porthole and flammable materials.
- Emergency response was delayed due to poor communication, inadequate training, and misuse of safety equipment.
- Improved safety drills, clear communication, and better fire prevention protocols are essential.
The immediate cause of the fire was a lit cigarette that likely fell onto a highly flammable sofa in AB2’s cabin. This incident was aggravated by flammable materials, such as paper...