KARACHI: The Pakistan Navy successfully brought a fire under control aboard the Pakistani merchant vessel MT Shalamar during a rescue operation in the Arabian Sea. Sources confirmed the swift response on Thursday, which helped prevent further damage to the ship.
The incident occurred while the vessel was sailing about 80 miles off the coast of Gwadar. At the time, MT Shalamar was positioned south of Gwadar, with the nearest port located approximately 48 miles southeast of the ship. The emergency prompted immediate action from naval authorities.
Swift Naval Response and Firefighting Operation
Following reports of the fire, the Pakistan Navy launched a routine rescue operation and dispatched assistance to the affected vessel. Moreover, naval teams reached the location and began firefighting efforts to contain the blaze.
The personnel worked to stop the fire from spreading to other sections of the ship. As a result, the situation was brought under control without further escalation. Sources confirmed that the operation was completed successfully, and the fire was extinguished.
Damage Assessment and Ongoing Inquiry
No immediate details were available regarding the cause of the fire or the extent of damage to MT Shalamar. In addition, it remains unclear whether any crew members were injured during the incident. Authorities are expected to conduct a full inspection of the vessel to assess its condition.
Furthermore, investigators will determine the circumstances that led to the outbreak of the fire. The successful rescue highlights the Pakistan Navy’s operational readiness and its capability to respond to maritime emergencies across key sea routes and territorial waters.
