USS Gerald R. Ford returned to the naval base in the bay of Suda, Crete, where he will undergo the essential repairs after the fire, which broke out on 12 March in the dry cleaners in the aft condition of the ship," stated present ItaMilRadar, a portal analyzing the movement of ships and ships in the Mediterranean.
Two sailors were injured in the fire, and respective interior compartments were damaged and smoky, which forced more than 100 crew members of the ship to temporarily leave their accommodation. On board the aircraft carrier besides reported serious toilet problems during the cruise, and American media reported congestion and long queues.
The withdrawal of the ship to the Greek island, where the US naval forces (NSA) support base is located, will let technicians to carry out the essential harm assessment and start repairs.
APW, PAP
