All Crew Rescued From Fire On Tanzania-Flagged Vessel

SINGAPORE, April 16 (Bernama) -- All 12 crew members onboard the Tanzania-flagged freighter, LAYAR ANGGUN 8 (LA8), which caught fire in Singapore waters, have been rescued by authorities.

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) said they were notified of the incident at 12.50 pm Tuesday and are currently investigating the incident.

“All 12 crew have been safely recovered onto a Singapore Police Coast Guard craft and are on their way to Singapore.

“A firefighting vessel from the Singapore Civil Defence Force and MPA patrol craft, including tugs, are enroute to provide support,” the MPA said in a statement.

The agency is also issuing regular navigational broadcasts for passing vessels to keep clear of the vicinity of LA8.

MPA said there is no pollution sighted and immediate risk to navigational safety following the incident.

-- BERNAMA