Two Newark firefighters have died battling a blaze on a massive cargo ship carrying vehicles in the port of Newark, New Jersey, officials said.
“Members made an attempt to extinguish the fire but got pushed back by the intense heat. Two firefighters were lost while conducting this action of backing out of the structure,” Newark Fire Chief Rufus Jackson said, according to WABC. The firefighters responded to a call around 9:25 p.m. Wednesday of multiple vehicles on fire on a roll-on/roll-off cargo ship named the Grande Costa D’Avorio, the US Coast Guard said in a statement.
Phil Murphy issued a statement grieving the deaths. “Our hearts are heavy today as we mourn the loss of two Newark firefighters, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Tammy and I extend our deepest condolences to their families and loved ones, and we pray that those injured have a full and speedy recovery,” he said. “This tragedy is a painful reminder of the dangers our firefighters face and their remarkable courage.
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