[U.S. Central Command: Fire Breaks Out in Main Laundry Room of USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78)] Reported by Golden Finance, U.S. Central Command stated that on March 12, a fire broke out in the main laundry room of the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) aircraft carrier. The cause of the fire was unrelated to combat, and the fire has been brought under control. The ship's propulsion system was not damaged, and the carrier remains operational. Two sailors are currently receiving treatment for non-life-threatening injuries and are in stable condition. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group is currently conducting Operation "Epic Fury" in the Red Sea.