UKMTO Reports Explosion Near Tanker Northeast of Khasab, Oman
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reported an incident 20 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman, where a tanker's master reported hearing an explosion nearby. All crew were reported safe.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported receiving a notification of an incident 20 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman.
The master of a tanker said they heard an explosion in close proximity to the vessel. According to the report, all crew members are safe.
No further details about the nature or cause of the explosion have been provided.
Source: First Squawk