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The Independent UK
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Holly Bishop

MYSTERIOUS: Us navy ship erupts in flames near japan | Mind Blowing Facts

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  • A US Navy ship, the USS New Orleans, caught fire while docked in Okinawa, Japan, on Wednesday 20 August 2025.
  • The incident occurred close to an American military port at approximately 5pm local time.
  • Footage showed multiple fire engines attempting to extinguish the blaze, with crews from both the US military and Japan Self-Defense Forces responding.
  • The Japan Coast Guard confirmed no injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is yet to be determined.
  • Watch the video in full above.

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US Navy ship USS New Orleans catches fire while docked in Japan

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