Massive Fire Breaks Out On Cargo Ship In North Kent

Massive Fire Breaks Out On Cargo Ship In North Kent
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A large fire broke out early Sunday on a cargo ship moored along the River Thames in Gravesend, Kent.

The vessel, identified as SIDER OLYMPIA, is a bulk carrier flying the Marshall Islands flag and spans nearly 180 metres in length.

The fire was first spotted shortly after midnight, with emergency services receiving the first alerts around 3:00 AM British Summer Time.

By the time crews arrived, flames had already taken hold of the ship....

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