Laid up vessel fire caused by burner

​The stern of the Roger Blough during firefighting efforts.

Source: U.S. Coast Guard

The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its investigation report into the engine room fire aboard the bulk carrier Roger Blough, citing a burner used to heat the space during winter.

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