Progress in Firefighting Efforts Aboard Container Ship Wan Hai 503

The fire aboard the MV Wan Hai 503 (IMO: 9294862) has been significantly reduced, as firefighting and rescue operations continue under challenging sea conditions.

Air-dropped 4,000 kilograms of DCP

The Singapore-flagged container vessel Wan Hai 503 (IMO: 9294862) caught fire off the west coast of India on June 9. In a recent update posted on X, the Indian Coast Guard reported substantial progress in extinguishing the blaze, following a series of intensive operations.

In coordination with the Indian Air Force, 4,000 kilograms of dry chemical powder (DCP) were air-dropped to combat metal fires still burning onboard. The ship remains safely held away from the Indian coastline, and no oil spills or surface sheens have been reported.

Seven Ships at the Scene

Seven Indian Coast Guard ships are currently engaged at the scene. Their tasks include boundary cooling, continued firefighting, and search and rescue (SAR) efforts for four missing crew members.

Despite rough sea conditions, operations are ongoing around the clock.

(Top image by Indian Coast Guard)