US Navy destroyer left without power for 4 days in South China Sea
The incident involving the USS Benfold, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, last month was caused by an engineering failure.
The USS Benfold, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, experienced a four-day power outage in the South China Sea last month due to an engineering failure. According to Cmdr. Matthew Comer, a spokesperson for the US 7th Fleet, the power outage resulted in the loss of galley services, functioning toilets, air conditioning, and potable water supply for the sailors.
Despite these challenges, the crew remained resilient, exhibiting professionalism and unwavering steadiness during the incident. The George Washington Carrier Strike Group provided support to the Benfold, with the USS Robert Smalls, a cruiser attached to the strike group, aiding in meal provision for the crew. An investigation into the cause of the incident is currently underway.
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