Security Incident Reported in Strait of Hormuz
UKMTO says crew members are safe and no environmental impact has been reported so far.
UKMTO reported a security incident in the Strait of Hormuz, about 16 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman. The crew were reported safe, no environmental impact had been reported, and authorities were investigating.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) agency said Thursday night that it had received a report of a security incident in the Strait of Hormuz, about 16 nautical miles northeast of Khasab, Oman.
UKMTO said reports indicated that the crew were safe and that no environmental consequences had been reported so far. Authorities are investigating the incident.
The agency advised vessels to transit the area with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO.