07-13-2020, 03:22 AM
(07-13-2020, 02:32 AM)ChiefD Wrote: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nati...424436002/
Earlier today, the USS Bonhomme Richard caught fire in San Diego. It was undergoing routine maintenance when the fire started. There was at least one, possibly two explosions.
I have a friend who lives very near by and knows a civilian contractor there. Scuttlebutt says it could have been a welding accident. Also, the fire has engulfed the ship, and it cannot be saved. It sounds like they will just let the ship burn to the waterline. There were way less Sailors onboard than there normally would be. My prayers are out to all those injured.
Third hand knowledge isn't always correct, but much appreciated. A lot of discussion over on the other board, but you presented a nice tid-bit here, thanks.