WASHINGTON -- The USS New Orleans caught fire Wednesday off the coast of Okinawa, according to U.S. Naval Institute News.

A fire broke out aboard the USS New Orleans in the vicinity of Okinawa, Japan, the U.S Navy confirmed. A spokesperson for the U.S. Navy said crews are responding to the fire. "We will provide more details as they become available," the spokesperson said in a statement.

A fire occurred on the USS New Orleans, an amphibious transport dock ship, off Okinawa, Japan, causing minor injuries to two sailors. The blaze, extinguished after nearly 12 hours, saw collaborative efforts from nearby naval and Japanese forces.

Although the extent of the damage to the USS New Orleans is unknown, it will likely sideline a vital component of the US Navy's surface fleet for months or longer.

A fire was reported aboard the amphibious USS New Orleans (LPD-18) on Wednesday off the coast of Okinawa. “Crews are responding to a fire aboard USS New Orleans this afternoon, Aug. 20, which is in the vicinity of Okinawa,

Japanese media and local authorities report a fire aboard the USS New Orleans, a U.S. Navy amphibious transport dock.