Indo-Pacific Fire Destroys Propulsion on USS Higgins, No Injuries Reported

A significant fire aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins reportedly damaged propulsion and electrical power, with location and circumstances not disclosed. The ship is forward-deployed to Yokosuka under the 7th Fleet in the Indo-Pacific, and no injuries have been reported. This marks the third U.S. warship fire this year as investigations continue into the incidents.