Big Blaze at Bali’s Benoa Port Sends Boats to Char
What Went Down
On the night of July 9, a scorching inferno erupted at Benoa, a busy harbor next to the world‑famous beach city of Kuta. About 40 local boats fell victim to the flames, but thankfully nobody got hurt.
The Scene
- Midnight sparked the fire, and the blaze took off in a flash.
- Vessels ranging from tiny cargo runners to bigger passenger boats were devoured.
- Firefighters had to fight with the heat into the early hours of the morning.
Why the Boats Went Up
Witnesses swear the fire began from an electrical fault—a common culprit in Indonesia where safety rules often slip through the cracks. Still, the exact cause is under investigation.
Blood, Smoke, and No Injuries
Police spokesperson Hengky Widjaja assured locals: “So far, there are no casualties.”
Inside the Chaos
One crew member, known simply as Supriyanto, was snoozing aboard his boat when the fire hit the top. He watched the flames climb and the smoke billow before the crew rushed in.
Bottom Line
Even though dozens of boats sank to ash, no one was hurt. Fire safety is a big issue in Indonesia, but huge fires like this still happen at the worst moments.
