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Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
US Navy ship on fire; USS New Orleans engulfed in fire off Okinawa coast, crews fight to contain blaze
A US Navy amphibious transport dock ship, the USS New Orleans (LPD-18), caught fire off the coast of Uruma City, Okinawa , on Wednesday evening(August 20), prompting a large joint firefighting response from US and Japanese forces. The incident occurred at around 5 pm local time (4 am ET) while the San Antonio-class vessel was anchored near White Beach Naval Facility, a key logistics hub for US Marine Corps operations on the island, according to Japan's public broadcaster NHK. Video aired by NHK showed heavy smoke rising from the bow as tugboats on either side blasted water onto the vessel. Contained but not extinguished by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Join new Free to Play WWII MMO War Thunder War Thunder Play Now Undo The US Navy's 7th Fleet confirmed the fire and said crews were actively responding. 'Crews are responding to a fire aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18) this evening, Aug 20, which is in the vicinity of Okinawa, Japan. We will provide more details as they become available,' a Navy spokesperson said in a statement. A US defense official later told The War Zone and Business Insider that the blaze had been contained, though firefighting operations were ongoing and it was unclear when the fire would be fully extinguished. No injuries have been reported, and no evacuation order was issued. Live Events Joint US-Japan response The Japan Coast Guard confirmed that Camp Foster , a US Marine Corps base on Okinawa, notified authorities of the fire at 5 pm and requested assistance. In a written release cited by Stars and Stripes, officials said, 'The crew is currently engaged in firefighting efforts, but we have requested the Japan Coast Guard to assist with the firefighting.' Japanese Self-Defense Force vessels and Coast Guard patrol boats joined US Navy firefighting tugs in tackling the flames. Photos published by Japanese media and US military outlets showed coordinated operations as crews worked from the sea to keep the fire under control. What is USS New Orleans? Commissioned in 2007, the USS New Orleans is a San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock designed to carry Marines, landing craft, and aircraft for expeditionary operations. It is homeported in Sasebo, Japan, and assigned to the US 7th Fleet , the Navy's forward-deployed force in the Indo-Pacific. White Beach, where the incident occurred, serves as a staging area for Marines and equipment, enabling rapid deployment across the region. As of Wednesday evening local time, the cause of the fire and the extent of the damage remain under investigation. The Navy has not disclosed which part of the ship was affected. Officials emphasized that no hazardous material leaks or oil spills were detected, and no injuries have been reported among the crew or responders. The incident recalls previous high-profile shipboard fires in the Navy, including the devastating 2020 blaze aboard USS Bonhomme Richard in San Diego, though officials stressed that it is too early to draw comparisons. The fire comes at a sensitive time in the Indo-Pacific, where US forces regularly conduct joint training and deterrence operations with allies. While the Navy has not indicated that the incident will affect operational readiness, the New Orleans is an important asset for amphibious missions and disaster relief in the region.
Yahoo
a day ago
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- Yahoo
USS New Orleans Catches Fire Off The Coast Of Japan
The U.S. Navy's San Antonio class amphibious warfare ship USS New Orleans suffered a fire today while it was off White Beach in Uruma City on the Japanese island of Okinawa. A U.S. official has confirmed to TWZ that the blaze has been contained, but it is unclear at this time if it has been fully extinguished. The fire started at about 5:00 PM local time (4:00 AM Eastern), according to NHK in Japan. At the time of writing, there have been no reports of casualties, and the cause and extent of the damage remain unknown. The New Orleans is homeported in Sasebo on the Japanese home island of Kyushu to the north, and is assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet. 'Crews are responding to a fire aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18) this evening, Aug. 20, (Japan Time), which is in the vicinity of Okinawa, Japan,' another Navy spokesperson had earlier told TWZ in a statement. 'We will provide more details as they become available.' *Details still emerging* – USS New Orleans (LPD 18) San Antonio-class Flight I amphibious transport dock reports fire on board while off of Okinawa – August 20, 2025 SRC: INT- — WarshipCam (@WarshipCam) August 20, 2025 'Smoke was confirmed rising from the bow of the ship, but so far there have been no requests to evacuate the crew,' a Japanese Coast Guard official told NHK. A Navy spokesperson confirmed to us that no evacuation order has been given. Videos from the scene posted by NHK show two firefighting tugs located on both sides of the bow pouring water on the vessel. A Navy spokesperson told us the tugs were from White Beach Naval Facility in Okinawa. Footage showing firefighting ships with the Japanese Coast Guard fighting a fire onboard the San Antonio-Class Amphibious Transport Dock, USS New Orleans (LPD-18), off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. — OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) August 20, 2025 NEW: Fire broke out aboard the USS New Orleans (LPD-18) while docked at White Beach, Okinawa, Navy & Japan Self-Defense Forces fought the damage, and casualties not yet confirmed. — Clash Report (@clashreport) August 20, 2025 NHK reported that Japan Self-Defense Force vessels arrived to conduct firefighting efforts, and the Japan Coast Guard had also dispatched a patrol boat to the scene. A Navy spokesperson earlier told TWZ that they believed that the ship's crew, plus the two tugs from White Beach, had been actively fighting the fire. Okinawa's White Beach is 'a staging area for Marines and their equipment based on Okinawa,' according to the Navy. 'This departure point allows utility landing craft and air-cushioned landing vehicles to ferry troops, vehicles and equipment to amphibious ships pier side or at sea.' The cause of the fire and extent of the damage will be investigated, a Navy spokesperson also told TWZ. This is a developing story. Contact the author: howard@ Solve the daily Crossword
The Hill
a day ago
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- The Hill
Fire reported on amphibious US warship off Okinawa
A fire was reported aboard the amphibious USS New Orleans (LPD-18) on Wednesday off the coast of Okinawa. 'Crews are responding to a fire aboard USS New Orleans this afternoon, Aug. 20, which is in the vicinity of Okinawa, Japan,' a Navy statement to USNI read. 'We will provide more details as they become available.' No initial reports of crew injuries were recorded, and while the fire has been contained it has not been extinguished, according to the outlet. A video showcasing two water cannons dousing the assault ship were seen in footage from Japanese broadcaster NHK. 'The crew is currently engaged in firefighting efforts, but we have requested the Japan Coast Guard to provide firefighting assistance,' an official from the Coast Guard told the foreign outlet. Officials did not immediately respond to The Hill's request for comment. The USS New Orleans is a transport dock with the ability to reel in CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters, MV-22 Ospreys and Marine Corps assets.
Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
Fire erupts aboard USS New Orleans near Okinawa, Japan Coast Guard joins US Navy crews as damage & cause remain uncertain
A fire broke out aboard the USS New Orleans (LPD-18), an amphibious transport dock of the U.S. Navy, off the coast of Okinawa on August 20. The U.S. 7th Fleet confirmed the incident and said firefighting efforts were under way with support from the Japan Coast Guard. No injuries have been reported. Fire reported near White Beach Naval base According to a Navy statement, crews responded to the fire in the afternoon while the ship was near White Beach in Uruma City, Okinawa. The Japan Coast Guard confirmed it received an assistance call from the vessel around 5 p.m. local time. Footage broadcast by NHK showed tugboats spraying water on the bow of the ship as smoke rose from the scene. Response from US and Japanese forces The Nakagusuku Coast Guard Headquarters reported that it was alerted to the fire by U.S. Army Camp Zukeran shortly after the outbreak. Both U.S. Navy personnel and Japanese Self-Defense Force units joined in firefighting efforts as the evening progressed. A Japan Coast Guard spokesperson told NHK that the request for help came directly from the New Orleans. Despite the scale of the blaze, no casualties have been confirmed. 🚨BREAKING NEWS Fire has broke out aboard the USS New Orleans off the Okinawa coast at U.S. Naval Base White Beach. No casualties reported at this time. NHK reporting Japanese Coast Guard ships assisting to put out the fire. The 684' Northrop Grumman LPD has a crew of 400. And… About USS New Orleans The USS New Orleans is a San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock designed to carry Marines and their equipment into contested areas. The 208-metre vessel displaces more than 24,000 tons and can embark around 700 Marines, with capacity for up to 800 in wartime. It is equipped with landing craft, helicopters, and tiltrotor aircraft for rapid deployment. Defensive systems include Bushmaster II guns and Rolling Airframe Missile launchers. Operational impact and past incidents The ship plays a key role in U.S. 7th Fleet operations across the Western Pacific. Any prolonged downtime could limit amphibious capabilities and delay joint exercises. While the cause of the fire remains unknown, past Navy ship fires, including the 2020 blaze aboard USS Bonhomme Richard in San Diego, have triggered long investigations and raised safety concerns. Current situation As of now, firefighting efforts remain the top priority for both U.S. and Japanese responders. The Navy has not yet confirmed the extent of damage to the ship or whether its operational schedule will be affected. Updates are expected as assessments continue. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Trending.
