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DFDS thank those who helped tackle ferry fire

DFDS Seaways have confirmed there was a small fire in the boiler room of its ferry as it docked in Dover yesterday.

The fire was contained at all times and all 316 passengers on the ship were safely evacuated when it docked.

Once the ship arrived, Kent Fire & Rescue Service boarded to extinguish the fire.

A flashover happened at 3.15pm when all passengers had left the vessel but ten people at the scene, including six crew members, received medical attention.

The fire was finally put out at 2.03am this morning by Kent firefighters.

We anticipate to have the Dieppe Seaways back in service on Monday 5 May following repairs to the minimal damage that occurred in the boiler room. All other sailings are operating as normal. All passengers booked on affected sailings will be accommodated on alternative departures. DFDS Seaways will be coordinating with the relevant authorities and the Marine Accident and Investigation Branch (MAIB). We would like to extend our thanks to those who assisted with the operation including the Kent Fire & Rescue Service, South East Coast Ambulance Service and the Port of Dover."

– DFDS spokesperson
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