Date: 23 November 2025
Author: Maritime Hub Editorial Team
Major Incident at the Port of Los Angeles (ONE Henry Hudson)
A serious fire aboard the ONE Henry Hudson, a 1,102-foot containership operated by Ocean Network Express (ONE), has disrupted operations at the Port of Los Angeles. The blaze began on Friday evening (21 November) while the vessel was docked at the Yusen Container Terminal, prompting a large-scale emergency response.
Timeline of Events
- 21 November, 6:38 p.m. – Fire reported below deck, believed to have started as an electrical fault.
- Explosion on Mid-Deck – The fire spread rapidly, causing a blast that damaged power systems and halted crane operations.
- Shelter-in-Place Order – Residents of San Pedro and Wilmington were advised to stay indoors overnight due to hazardous smoke.
- 22 November – The vessel was towed outside the port’s breakwater for safety as firefighting continued.
Emergency Response and Safety Measures
- Unified Command: Los Angeles Fire Department, Long Beach Fire Department, U.S. Coast Guard, and Port Police coordinated efforts.
- Firefighting Resources: Nearly 200 firefighters, multiple fireboats, and HazMat teams deployed.
- Hazardous Cargo: Lithium-ion batteries and other dangerous goods onboard raised environmental concerns.
- Air Quality Monitoring: Shelter-in-place lifted after conditions stabilised; no injuries reported among the 23 crew members.
Current Status (ONE Henry Hudson)
- The fire is largely contained, but crews continue to cool hotspots and monitor hazardous materials.
- Port operations have resumed, and State Route 47 has reopened.
- A half-nautical-mile safety zone and temporary flight restrictions remain in effect.
- Investigation into the cause is ongoing.
Impact on Maritime Operations
This incident underscores the critical importance of fire safety protocols for vessels carrying hazardous cargo. It also highlights the need for rapid emergency coordination to minimise disruption at major ports.
Looking Ahead
Authorities are assessing potential environmental impacts and reviewing safety procedures to prevent similar incidents. The maritime industry will be watching closely as lessons from this event shape future regulations.
General Particulars of Container Ship “ONE HENRY HUDSON” 8000-9000 TEC Capacity
- Type: Fully Cellular Container Ship
- IMO Number: 9302176
- MMSI: 370587000
- Call Sign: 3ETK4
- Flag: Panama
- Year Built: 2008 (17 years old)
- Length Overall (LOA): 336 m (approx. 1,102 ft)
- Beam: 45–46 m (approx. 148–150 ft)
- Gross Tonnage: 98,747 GT
- Deadweight: ~98,849–99,210 metric tonnes
- Draught: ~13 m
- Design: Gearless, fully cellular container carrier
The Maritime-Hub Editorial Team
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