The Indian Coast Guard has launched a rescue operation for crew members aboard the burning Wan Hai 503 off Kerala's coast after an explosion and fire onboard. Video footage shows significant smoke emissions from the vessel. Among the 22 crew members, 18 jumped into the sea to escape; one is injured, and four remain unaccounted for, with search efforts ongoing. The cause of the explosion is still under investigation as authorities coordinate rescue actions to locate the missing individuals.
According to preliminary information ... there were 22 workers on board the ship ... 18 jumped into the sea and are in rescue boats. Efforts are underway to rescue them.
The fire reportedly spread to multiple containers, prompting the crew to abandon ship and take to life rafts.
Video footage captured from a Coast Guard aircraft showed large plumes of black smoke billowing from the vessel.
One of the rescued sailors is reported to have sustained serious injuries, while search efforts are ongoing for the four missing crew members.
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