Fire Erupts on Barge Lutece in Dordrecht

On January 13, a fire broke out on the self-propelled barge Lutece while it was moored on the Oude Maas River in Dordrecht, Netherlands. The 74-meter vessel was at Keizershof when smoke was spotted emanating from it. Local fire brigades and the KNRM (Royal Netherlands Sea Rescue Institution) responded promptly to the emergency. They discovered that insulation material on the Lutece had ignited. Fortunately, the fire was quickly extinguished, and no injuries were reported. The blaze did not spread to nearby vessels, ensuring the safety of the surrounding area.

Incident Details and Response

At the time of the incident, there were no crew members aboard the *Lutece*, which likely contributed to the absence of injuries. The quick response from local authorities played a crucial role in preventing the fire from escalating. Firefighters arrived on the scene shortly after the alarm was raised, allowing them to contain the blaze effectively. The insulation material that caught fire was quickly identified and addressed, minimizing potential damage to the vessel and surrounding boats.