An explosion occurred aboard the Liberia-flagged container ship YM Mobility at Ningbo-Zhoushan Port in eastern China on Friday afternoon, leading to flames and heavy smoke but no reported casualties. The explosion, which is believed to have originated from a container, took place around 1:46 PM at the Ningbo Beilun Phase III Terminal. Emergency response teams, including three fire tugboats and shore-based fire departments, have been deployed to the scene, and the Ningbo Maritime Search and Rescue Center has initiated an emergency plan. Video footage captured the explosion and the resulting fire, which scattered debris across the area. The port, a crucial hub for maritime trade, is known for handling significant cargo volumes, ranking third globally in container traffic.