Hanjin Osaka
The 289 meter long, 62681 dwt container ship Hanjin Osaka became disabled shortly after departing from Busan, South Korea. The vessel had suffered an engine failure shortly after leaving Busan. No further details reported.
Yunxing fire
The 1308 dwt freighter Yunxing caught fire off Busan, South Korea while in ballast. Reports state the fire started in a kitchen and quickly engulfed the entire vessel. Four crewmen perished in the blaze with 5 others being rescued by the coast guard. Most of the crew were asleep when the fire was discovered. The fire was eventually extinguished after being slowed by the heavy smoke. Investigators have stated the fire might have started by an electrical fault.
