Cannot find one verified source for your claim. Hmmmmmmm
In March 2026, the
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) withdrew from the Red Sea to Crete, Greece, for repairs following a major, 30-hour fire in its laundry facility that broke out on March 12, causing significant damage and displacing hundreds of crew members. This incident, which happened after a roughly nine-month deployment, was accompanied by reports of broken toilets and, while the ship remains mission-capable according to the Navy, it caused significant logistical issues.
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Key details about the incident:
- The Fire: Started in a laundry room, it raged for over 30 hours, forcing the crew to deal with damaged living quarters, lost personal belongings, and smoke inhalation issues for approximately 200 sailors.
- Crew Impact: Over 600 sailors were left without their bunks, forcing many to sleep on floors and tables.
- Status & Location: The carrier left the Red Sea and arrived at Souda Bay in Crete, Greece, on March 23, 2026, for maintenance and repairs, causing it to depart from its role in the Middle East.
- Ongoing Issues: The vessel has been plagued by ongoing maintenance problems during its deployment, including issues with its toilet system and immense strain on the crew due to the long deployment.