UKMTO reports vessel on fire off coast of Oman

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The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) says it has received a report of a vessel on fire in the Strait of Hormuz, about 25 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman, Al Jazeera reports.

In a warning posted on X, UKMTO has said a third party had reported that the vessel was on fire while travelling outbound through the strait.

The cause of the fire remains unknown, while the condition of the crew, the extent of damage and any potential environmental impact have yet to be established.

UKMTO advises vessels to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity, as authorities investigate the incident.

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