Six missing after cargo ship fire at Port of LA
A fire broke out on a cargo ship and nearby containers at the Port of Los Angeles, prompting evacuation of the 23-member crew—who were reported safely off the vessel with no injuries—and a multi-agency response of more than 100 firefighters. An explosion around 8 p.m. knocked out power to ship lights and crane operations, hazardous materials were identified in affected cargo bays, and officials, including Mayor Karen Bass, said fire suppression and air-quality monitoring are ongoing.
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📌 Key Facts
- An explosion occurred around 8 p.m. aboard the cargo ship, disrupting power on the vessel including lights and crane operations.
- The fire prompted evacuation of the ship; Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) says all 23 crew members were safely evacuated and no injuries were reported.
- Hazardous materials were identified in the involved cargo bays, and officials are conducting ongoing air-quality monitoring.
- More than 100 firefighters responded to the blaze at the Port of Los Angeles.
- Mayor Karen Bass said LAFD continues active fire-suppression efforts and ongoing air-quality monitoring in response to the incident.
📰 Sources (2)
Fire on ship docked at Port of Los Angeles prompts evacuation of crew, officials say
New information:
- Fox News cites LAFD saying all 23 crew members were safely evacuated and no injuries were reported.
- Reports an explosion around 8 p.m. that affected power, including lights and crane operations on the ship.
- Confirms hazmat identified in the involved bays and ongoing air-quality monitoring.
- Notes more than 100 firefighters responded (aligns directionally with prior reports of a 120+ firefighter response).
- Includes a public statement from Mayor Karen Bass that LAFD continues fire-suppression efforts and air-quality monitoring.