AFCD vessel ablaze off Sai Kung coast, two injured

A vessel belonging to the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) caught fire off the coast of Sai Kung on Wednesday morning, resulting in two injuries.

The incident occurred around 11.48am near Marine East Division Base, with reports of explosions heard during the blaze. 

Images showed black smoke billowing and flames erupting from the stern of the white vessel.

Fire services deployed a breathing apparatus team to fight the flames, and the fire was put out around noon.

Reports indicate that three staff members were aboard the vessel, with two AFCD officers sustaining injuries. One male officer suffered burns to his face and limbs and was sent to Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

The cause of the fire was under further investigation.