A cargo ship transporting thousands of vehicles has been engulfed in flames in the North Sea for almost a week. The ship, named Fremantle Highway, has now been towed to a new location further away from the Dutch coast, while salvage crews determine their next steps, according to the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management. Thanks to favorable currents, the ship arrived earlier than anticipated at an anchorage 10 miles north of the Dutch islands of Schiermonnikoog and Ameland. The ministry has stated that a salvage team will conduct an inspection as soon as possible. (Source: AP)
The cargo ship, which was carrying a total of 3,783 vehicles including 498 electric cars, has been ablaze since Tuesday. Firefighters opted against using water to extinguish the fire due to concerns over the ship’s stability as it floats near North Sea shipping lanes and a bird habitat. A photo released by the Dutch ministry depicts very little smoke emanating from the ship as it was being towed. The ministry reported that the smoke was minimal during the towing process. The final destination of the Fremantle Highway remains uncertain and will depend on factors such as the condition of the ship, expected weather conditions, and the availability of a suitable port. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. Unfortunately, one crew member perished during the incident, while others sustained injuries. The crew was evacuated in the early hours of Wednesday. (To read more about cargo ship news, click here.)
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