21 injured in explosion, fire on US Navy ship
An explosion about a United States Navy ship moored at a base in California set off a major fire about Sunday, injuring 21 persons, officials and native media said.
The USS Bonhomme Richard, an amphibious assault vessel, was in port in NORTH PARK for maintenance when the explosion erupted.
Thick smoke could possibly be seen billowing from large parts of the ship, as moments broadcast by CNN showed fireboats using water cannon to try to control the blaze.
The state Twitter account of Naval Area Forces, US Pacific Fleet, said 17 sailors and four civilians were taken up to a healthcare facility for minor injuries. Several firefighters reportedly also experienced burns and smoke inhalation.
