Collision off Port Klang Malaysia
The 300 meter long, 113,000 dwt container ship San Felipe allided with the container ship Al Riffa at Westport in Port Klang, Malaysia. The San Felipe was maneuvoring towards its berth when it allided with the 366 meter long, 145,534 dwt Al Riffa. After the allision, a fire broke out on both container ships. Authorities were alerted and the local fire brigade responded. The fire on the Al Riffa was quickly extinguished within an hour. However, the fire on the San Felipe was more difficult as many containers in the forward section of the vessel contained combustible goods. Authorities determined to tow the San Felipe away from the quay to a secure area to avoid other vessels catching fire as well. No reports of injuries on either vessel.
