The ship, operated by UK-based Zodiac Maritime, was abandoned off the coast of Alaska after sailors were unable to contain the blaze. According to The Register, the ship was loaded with around 3,000 vehicles, 800 of which were EVs. Nearly two dozen sailors were rescued by the US Coast Guard. I’m reminded the last time this exact thing happened in 2022. [Link: Ship abandoned off Alaska after electric cars on board catch fire | https://www.theregister.com/2025/06/05/zodiac_maritime_electric_car_fire/ | theregister.com]

The Coast Guard said aircrew and a cutter ship have been sent to assist with the situation and three vessels were already on the scene.

Alaskan authorities were looking to control any likely explosions Thursday after a ship carrying 3,000 vehicles to Mexico, including 800 electric vehicles,...