A fire erupted on the dry crude storage barge BESTAF5 at Cawthorne Channel 1, Rivers State, around 2:10 PM on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, spreading to nearby barges.
Emergency response teams, in collaboration with industry partners, swiftly intervened and successfully contained the blaze, preventing any disruption to flow station operations.
Most importantly, there were no casualties, and all personnel were safely accounted for.
NNPC Ltd. reaffirmed its commitment to safety, environmental protection, and operational integrity, emphasizing that swift action helped mitigate potential risks.
