Fire Breaks Out on Launch in Resort Lagoon, Captain Injured

A fire broke out on a launch situated within the lagoon of a resort in Kaafu Atoll, injuring the captain of the launch. The Maldives Police Service stated that they received information about this incident at around 5:30 AM last morning. However, the police also stated that the incident actually occurred at around 03:00 last night. The police stated that only the captain was present on the launch when the incident took place. They also stated that due to the fire, his neck and chest were burned. He is currently receiving treatment at IGMH Hospital related to the injuries he sustained. The police stated that he is a 34-year-old Maldivian male. The police stated that the launch has sustained various types of damage due to the fire. The police are continuing to further investigate this incident.