NINGBO, CHINA (August 9, 2024) — Surveillance footage has captured a massive explosion involving a cargo ship at Ningbo-Zhoushan Port, one of China’s busiest maritime hubs. The blast, reported by Taiwanese shipping firm Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp, occurred on Friday, leading to significant damage and fire.
The explosion generated shockwaves that were felt up to a kilometer (0.6 miles) away. Chinese state media initially reported the incident, and subsequent verification by Reuters confirmed the event’s location using satellite imagery and local infrastructure.
The ship’s logo in the footage matches the company’s records, and the timestamp on the video corroborates the date of the explosion. The cause of the blast is under investigation, and authorities are working to assess the extent of the damage and any potential impact on port operations.
