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USS Benfold loses power for 96 hours in South China Sea

The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Benfold suffered an electrical failure lasting 96 hours in the South China Sea.
WHO: USS Benfold crew
WHAT: USS Benfold suffered an electrical failure lasting 96 hours
WHEN: Reported Aug 18, 2026 at 6:23 PM ET
WHERE: South China Sea
WHY: Cause not yet established.

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