General21 May 2021

'MV X-Press Pearl' container ship fire, controlled

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The Sri Lanka Ports Authority stated that the fire that broke out aboard an 'MV X-Press Pearl' container ship anchored in the sea near the Colombo Port was brought under control.

It was reported that the ship was carrying chemicals.

UPDATE: Fire breaks out aboard container ship carrying chemicals (Photos)

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