Attempts to tackle the fire on board the USS Bonhomme Richard Hundreds are continuing for the third day in a row at Naval Base San Diego in California.
According to local media, one million gallons of fuel are reportedly stored on the ship. Helicopters have also carried out over 1,000 helicopter water bucket drops, to cool the super structure and flight deck. Tugs are also providing firefighting support from the waterline.
US officials noted that 61 personnel, including 38 sailors and 23 civilians, have been treated for minor injuries including heat exhaustion and smoke inhalation.
The US Navy will now conduct a thorough investigation of the incident to determine the cause of the fire and damage to the ship. The fire appears to have started in a lower cargo area.
Around 160 sailors were aboard USS Bonhomme Richard when the fire broke out. The ship is going through a maintenance availability.
