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In a dramatic turn of events, the general cargo ship APPOLO TRIUPH found itself in the grip of a fierce blaze in the Mozambique Channel on December 27, 2023. The vessel, en route from Cape Town to Dar-es-Salaam, faced a perilous situation as the crew of 19 made a harrowing decision to abandon ship and seek refuge in life rafts.
Unfolding Disaster
The unfortunate incident began to unfold late on December 25 when it is believed that a fire broke out on board the APPOLO TRIUPH. Despite the crew’s valiant efforts to extinguish or control the fire, their attempts proved futile. The vessel was last reported adrift since approximately 1930 UTC on December 26, with the fire still raging.
Desperate Escape
As the situation escalated, the 19 crew members were forced to abandon ship and take to life rafts for their safety. The decision to abandon a vessel at sea is never taken lightly and indicates the severity of the situation on board. The crew’s escape into life rafts was a crucial move to ensure their immediate safety in the face of the engulfing flames.
Current Status
The latest available Automatic Identification System (AIS) position indicated that the APPOLO TRIUPH was situated approximately 45 nautical miles east of the Mozambique coast as of 2000 UTC on December 26. Unfortunately, no further information is currently available regarding the status of the vessel or the well-being of its crew.
Ongoing Response
Given the unpredictability of maritime incidents, emergency response teams are likely on high alert, prepared to address the evolving situation in the Mozambique Channel. The challenge of dealing with a fire at sea is formidable, and the safety and well-being of the crew remain a top priority.
The cause of the fire and the extent of the damage to the APPOLO TRIUPH are yet to be determined. Investigations will be crucial in understanding the sequence of events leading to this maritime crisis.
As the story continues to develop, the maritime community watches closely, hoping for a swift and successful resolution to this challenging situation.
Source:Fleet Mon
