13 February 2017
Fire-fighters battle a blaze aboard a cargo ship in Algoa Bay
Transnet tugs and fire-fighters are currently battling a blaze aboard a cargo ship that has anchored in Algoa Bay.
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Smoke can be seen billowing from the ship with Transnet tug boats assisting.
Port Elizabeth Harbour Master‚ Captain Brynn Adamson‚ said: “We are still assessing the situation and are assisting where we can”.
Adamson said the vessel has 21 crew members. Non-essential personnel have been evacuated.
- TMG Digital/HeraldLIVE