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Firefighters at the scene. (Photo/MNDF)

Fishing vessel fire near Malé injures 5

Of those injured, two are Maldivian nationals and three are foreign nationals.

14 February 2026

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A fishing vessel caught fire near Malé on Saturday, injuring several people on board.

The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) said the incident occurred near Dhoonidhoo while the vessel was carrying 15 people.

According to police, the fire was reported at 2:45 pm. Five people sustained injuries in the incident. Of those injured, two are Maldivian nationals and three are foreign nationals.

Authorities have not released further details on the cause of the fire. Investigations are ongoing.

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