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SOFREP on MSNMorning Brief: Fire Erupts on USS New Orleans Near Okinawa, North Korea Advances Nuclear-Armed Destroyer Trials
USS New Orleans fire, Microsoft protests, Russia hits Ukraine. It’s Thursday, August 21, 2025. This is your SOFREP Morning Brief.
A fire on the USS New Orleans prompted firefighting efforts by Japanese forces near White Beach Naval Facility, NHK reported.
A fire occurred on the USS New Orleans, an amphibious transport dock ship, off Okinawa, Japan, causing minor injuries to two sailors. The blaze, extinguished after nearly 12 hours, saw collaborative efforts from nearby naval and Japanese forces.
A fire was reported aboard the amphibious USS New Orleans (LPD-18) on Wednesday off the coast of Okinawa. “Crews are responding to a fire aboard USS New Orleans this afternoon, Aug. 20,