The British Maritime Trade Authority (UKMTO) announced the outbreak of a fire in a ship's engine room after it was subjected to a “accident” 508 naval miles east of the Somali capital, Mogadishu, in the Indian Ocean.

The commission stated that the accident occurred in international waters, without disclosing other details about the nature of the accident or its potential damage. The concerned authorities are working to evaluate the situation and ensure the safety of the crew.

The authority has not identified the vessel or its nationality, and the investigation is still underway to find out the full conditions of the accident.