Firefighters Called to Minor Fire Aboard RRS Sir David Attenborough
Firefighters swiftly responded to a minor electrical room fire aboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough
The incident occurred at Harwich International Port in Essex, approximately at 08:20 BST.
A spokesperson from Essex County Fire and Rescue Service stated: ‘Upon arrival, firefighters verified that the fire had been extinguished and conducted a thorough inspection to ensure the area’s safety.’
Fortunately, there were no injuries, and the incident has been logged as an accidental occurrence.
A representative from the British Antarctic Survey, the organisation overseeing the vessel, confirmed: ‘Emergency services have confirmed the successful resolution of the situation. The ship’s emergency response team promptly managed the incident, and no additional assistance was necessary.
All crew members and passengers are in good health, and no medical attention was required.’
The RRS Sir David Attenborough is under the operation of the British Antarctic Survey and was utilized in trials along the Scottish coast over the summer season.
Measuring 129 meters in length (423 feet), the ship is set to embark on its third season at the South Pole by the end of this month.
In a public vote back in 2016, over 120,000 individuals chose the name Boaty McBoatface for the vessel. However, the then-Science Minister Jo Johnson deemed there were “more appropriate” options.
