The New Nation - Internet Edition

UNB, Chittagong

A fire broke out in Bangladesh Navy ship 'DURDANDO' while going for a sea trial near outer anchorage of the seaport following a repair work in its engine.

"It is apprehended that the fire occurred because of excessive heat emitted from its aft engine room," says an ISPR release.

The fire hazards were brought under control by the help of self-firefighting equipment of the ship and with the assistance of naval ship and dredger 'KHANAK' of Chittagong Port Authority operating in that area.

"Minor damage sustained to the ship," said the press release.

Meanwhile, the naval authority started investigating the cause of the fire.