A fire broke out aboard the China-owned cruise ship Adora Mediterranea while it was docked at South Korea's Jeju Island port, injuring three crew members, reports Cruise Radio. The incident happened just an hour after the ship, formerly known as the Costa Mediterranea, arrived at the port with 2,430 passengers and 736 crew members on board.

The alarm was sounded when thick smoke was seen rising from the ship. The fire is believed to have started in the engine room, where it burned approximately 50 square meters, including the ceiling and pipes. Fortunately, the ship's sprinkler system activated, and the fire was extinguished before it could spread further.

Three crew members who were exposed to smoke after opening the engine room door, are being treated for smoke inhalation. Among them is a 40-year-old Indonesian sailor who was transported to a local hospital for further care.

Korean media released this video of the incident

In response to the fire, the ship's crew evacuated passengers, ensuring their safety while firefighters, Coast Guard members, and other officials boarded the ship. Their primary focus was to confirm that the fire was fully extinguished, assess the extent of the damage, and investigate the cause of the fire. A temporary medical center was also set up on-site by the fire department to provide care for any additional patients if needed.

The Coast Guard, which is leading the investigation into the fire, believes it originated in the engine room. They are currently examining the specifics of the incident to determine the exact cause.
The Adora Mediterranea arrived from Tianjin, China, and was scheduled to depart for Fukuoka, Japan, on Wednesday afternoon. However, its departure has been delayed pending an investigation by maritime safety inspectors, who will determine whether the ship is safe to continue its journey.