Investigation Concludes into Korean Cargo Ship Fire in Strait of Hormuz; Blue House: Cause Awaiting Assessment

Central News Agency (Reporter Yang Chi-fang, Seoul, 10th) Following a recent fire on a South Korean cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, South Korea's Blue House announced today that the government investigation team has concluded its investigation work, and relevant agencies are currently reviewing and assessing the findings. The cause of the fire will be explained to the public once the assessment is complete. The cargo ship NAMU, operated by Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM), caught fire and exploded in the Strait of Hormuz on the evening of the 4th, Korean time. Fortunately, there were no casualties. According to Yonhap News Agency, a Blue House official stated today, "We have received the initial on-site investigation results, and relevant agencies are currently reviewing and assessing them." He pointed out that the cause of the NAMU fire will be explained to the public after the relevant agencies complete their review and assessment of the on-site investigation results. The government investigation team consisted of three investigators from the South Korean Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries and four forensic experts from the Fire Department. They began their investigation into the cause of the fire on the NAMU at Dubai Port on the 8th. In addition to analyzing data such as the NAMU's voyage data recorder (VDR) and surveillance footage, the investigation team also collected crew testimonies and conducted on-site forensics. The report noted that the focus of the investigation is to clarify whether the fire was caused by external factors, including an Iranian attack, or internal factors, such as ship defects. The South Korean government has maintained a cautious stance, emphasizing that the exact cause of the explosion can only be confirmed after the investigation. (Editors: Wei Shu) 1150510. Choose to stand with facts, every sponsorship is a force to protect press freedom. Download the Central News Agency "First-hand News" APP to stay updated with the latest news. The text, images, and videos on this website may not be reproduced, publicly broadcast, publicly transmitted, or utilized without authorization.