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Explosion Rocks Cargo Ship at Ningbo-Zhoushan Port; No Casualties Reported

April 24, 2025 2 min read
author Anamika Mishra [Sub Editor]
An explosion occurred on Friday aboard the container ship YM Mobility at China's Ningbo-Zhoushan Port, one of the world's busiest ports. The vessel, flying a Liberian flag and reportedly carrying hazardous materials, experienced the blast around 1:40 p.m. local time. The explosion scattered cargo across the ship and sent a large plume of black smoke into the air. Fortunately, no casualties were reported among the crew or dock workers, according to Chinese state media. However, the blast caused shock waves that impacted nearby company offices. The Ningbo Maritime Search and Rescue Centre has launched an emergency response, deploying patrol boats and firefighting

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