Fire-Damaged Container Ship Returns To Port Of Los Angeles

The container ship ONE Henry Hudson has returned safely to Yusen Terminal at the Port of Los Angeles. The vessel arrived late on Wednesday night under the supervision of the Unified Command, which has coordinated the response since the incident began.

The ship was escorted through a designated safety zone by the Los Angeles Port Police, Los Angeles Fire Department fire boats, the U.S. Coast Guard, and tug operators.

Salvage teams maintained continuous watch for any remaining heat signatures during the transit, but no flare-ups were reported. Officials stated that the safe return of the vessel reflects the ongoing collaboration between agencies involved in the operation.

U.S. Coast Guard Captain Stacey Crecy, acting as Incident Commander, indicated that the safety of the public and all personnel remains the highest priority, and that operations will continue until the response is fully concluded.

The next phase involves inspection of the vessel’s cargo, which will be classified as damaged by fire, damaged by water, or undamaged. All waste onboard, including water used for firefighting, will be disposed of according to an approved waste management plan.

Greg McManus, Deputy Chief of the Los Angeles Port Police and also serving as an Incident Commander, said that salvage experts, the vessel’s crew, local longshore labour, and Unified Command partners are working closely to ensure the incident is resolved safely.

Representing dockworkers, Gary Herrera, President of ILWU Local 13, highlighted the importance of longshore labour in maintaining trade and security.

He added that the coordinated effort during the operation demonstrates the strength of partnerships among agencies and reinforces the commitment to community safety.

Meanwhile, air monitoring continues around the port. Authorities reported that all readings remain below state and federal action thresholds, with no impacts detected outside the established safety zone. Real-time monitoring results are publicly available on the Port’s air quality website.

The cause of the incident remains under joint investigation by the U.S. Coast Guard and the National Transportation Safety Board.

The Unified Command includes the Coast Guard, the Port of Los Angeles Port Police, and the vessel’s Qualified Individual, with the Los Angeles Fire Department in a supporting role.

Reference: USCG

Source: Maritime Shipping News