Two dead after fire breaks out on cargo ship in Black Sea

A fire broke out aboard a cargo ship in the Black Sea, resulting in the deaths of two people. Romanian authorities, who oversaw the rescue operation, confirmed the incident.

In total, 13 people were reportedly aboard the vessel. Rescue services managed to evacuate and save 11 of them, while two people lost their lives in the blaze.

Further details about where and when the fire started, as well as its possible cause, have not yet been disclosed. The identities and nationalities of those who died and those who were rescued have also not been made public.

Romanian authorities, who led the rescue effort, have not yet provided additional comment on the incident.