UKMTO: Tanker hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz

A tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, Report informs, citing the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) center.

"UKMTO has received a report of an incident in the Strait of Hormuz. Local authorities have reported a tanker has been hit by an unknown projectile causing fire to the vessel which has since been extinguished," the information said.

It was noted that all crew are reported as safe and accounted for and there has been no report of environmental impact. Authorities are investigating. Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO.