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USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier suffers noncombat fire in Red Sea — 2 sailors injured
·Red Sea
Two US sailors were injured in a noncombat-related fire aboard the USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier in the Red Sea. The US military said the injuries are non-life-threatening and the ship remains fully operational. The Gerald Ford is taking part in operations against Iran.
Two US sailors were injured after a noncombat fire broke out aboard the USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier in the Red Sea on Thursday March 12. The US military confirmed the incident, stating the sailors were receiving medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries and were in stable condition. "There is no damage to the ship's propulsion plant, and the aircraft carrier remains fully operational," the military said. The Gerald Ford is currently participating in operations against Iran from its Red Sea position.
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US military: 2 sailors injured in noncombat fire aboard USS Gerald Ford in Red Sea. Non-life-threatening. Ship fully operational, continues Iran operations.