Casualities details
Ship casualties, including types of incidents, specific dates, and additional narrative details.
Casualty details
Tank with 25 tons of chlorine gas fell onto cargo deck of the brand-new vessel at Aqaba Port, Jordan, during loading operations. Tank was damaged, a big thick orange cloud of gas covered the ship and pier alongside. At least 10 people died, and 251 were injured. Local residents are asked to stay at home and close windows.