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Fire Erupts on Container Ship at Port of Los Angeles

Officials reported no injuries among 23 crew members, with suppression efforts in progress.

Overview

  • Local media reported the blaze on November 21 while the vessel was docked at the Port of Los Angeles.
  • The ship had departed Tokyo and arrived in Los Angeles on November 19, establishing its recent voyage.
  • Firefighting operations were conducted at the scene, with images credited to ABC7 and the Associated Press.
  • Authorities had not disclosed the cause of the fire or detailed containment status in initial reports.
  • Japanese outlets relayed the incident via Kyodo News, citing U.S. media coverage of the developing situation.