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MARINA blames unsecured flammable cargo for June Aster fire
The Philippines' Maritime Industry Authority said a large amount of improperly secured flammable cargo was behind the 9 September June Aster fire; administrative charges have been filed against the master.
Source: The Philippine Star (opens in a new tab)
MARINA's regional chief said the agency's investigation into the June Aster fire off Coron, Palawan found a lot of flammable cargo on board that was not properly secured, with a formal report to follow. Administrative charges were filed against the ship's master the day after the fire. Records cited by the paper put the toll at 77 dead, 43 survivors and eight missing; separate investigations by the coast guard, fire bureau and police continue.
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