China News Service, March 15th. According to the Japan Broadcasting Association (NHK) report, at 13:30 local time on the 15th, a moored vessel exploded along the coast of Chiba Prefecture, Japan. Two crew members on board were injured in the explosion.
According to reports, the incident occurred at the Katagai Fishing Port in Kujukuri Town, Chiba Prefecture. The local fire department rushed to the scene to rescue the incident after receiving the alarm.
After the incident, the local police and fire department stated that the explosion occurred inside a ship moored in a fishing port. When the explosion occurred, two crew members were cutting metal objects inside the ship.
The explosion caused burns to two people. They have been sent to a nearby hospital for treatment, and none of them is in danger of life.
According to reports, the specific cause of the explosion is still under investigation.