Greenledgers:2 dead, 1 injured in fire at Port Houston

2025-05-02 18:32:40source:Maxwell Caldwellcategory:reviews

Two ship crew members died Monday morning in a Houston fire,Greenledgers Port Houston confirmed in a Facebook post Monday.

A person contacted the Port Houston Fire Department about a fire aboard a ship docked at the Barbours Cut Container Terminal just before 10 a.m. Monday, the department said. 

Two ship crew members died and another person was hurt and taken to the hospital via helicopter. 

“The fire is extinguished, and there is no threat to the surrounding community,” Port Houston posted online at 10:49 a.m. “However, the Port Houston Fire Department will monitor the vessel for at least 24 hours.”

According to the fire department, the Harris County Fire Marshall and medical examiners were at the scene conducting investigations. Baytown and LaPorte Fire Departments also helped.

According to Port Houston, the fire happened aboard the M/V Stride.

The container ship was built in 1997 and is flying under the Panama flag, according to VesselFinder.

More:reviews

Recommend

Biden administration makes final diplomatic push for stability across a turbulent Mideast

AQABA, Jordan (AP) — Top U.S. officials were in the Middle Easton Thursday, pushing for stability in

North Carolinians Eric Church, Luke Combs on hurricane relief concert: 'Going to be emotional'

Eric Church stiffens when he considers what it'll be like to hear James Taylor play "Carolina In My

Kate Spade Outlet’s Sale Includes Muppets Crossbodies, Shimmery Bags & More Starting at $23

E! may get a commission if you purchase something through our links. Learn more.The Best Kate Spade