Singapore Sends Military Vessel, Helicopter To Rescue Tankers On Fire
Date
7/19/2024 7:45:15 AM
(MENAFN- IANS) Singapore, July 19 (IANS) Singapore has dispatched a navy ship and an air force helicopter to rescue two tankers on fire within its Maritime Search and Rescue Region, said the Maritime and port Authority (MPA) Friday.
MPA was alerted to a fire onboard a Singapore-flagged tanker and a Sao Tome and Principe-flagged tanker this morning, which were 55 km northeast of Pedra Branca, Xinhua news agency reported.
The passing vessels were also requested to assist in the search and rescue operations.
Search and rescue operations are still underway.
MENAFN19072024000231011071ID1108458858
Legal Disclaimer:
MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.