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Channel NewsAsia - Wednesday, July 22
SINGAPORE: A Republic of Singapore Navy patrol vessel sailed into trouble on Tuesday afternoon while on a routine patrol in Singapore waters.
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At 3.04pm, the RSS Independence was near Pedra Branca when it hit an underwater object and sustained damage to its hull.
A Mindef statement said the crew carried out damage control measures.
After further inspection to ensure it was safe, the RSS Independence is returning to base.
All the crew are safe.
The Ministry of Defence is investigating the incident. — CNA/vm
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Channel NewsAsia - Wednesday, July 22
SINGAPORE: A Republic of Singapore Navy patrol vessel sailed into trouble on Tuesday afternoon while on a routine patrol in Singapore waters.
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At 3.04pm, the RSS Independence was near Pedra Branca when it hit an underwater object and sustained damage to its hull.
A Mindef statement said the crew carried out damage control measures.
After further inspection to ensure it was safe, the RSS Independence is returning to base.
All the crew are safe.
The Ministry of Defence is investigating the incident. — CNA/vm
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