Event Brief
US Navy issues “Broken Arrow” alert after carrier collision
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 25, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
Summary: During a fire following a US Navy aircraft carrier collision with a cruiser at about 25 knots, the Sixth Fleet issued a “Broken Arrow” alert because W45 nuclear warheads onboard the cruiser were feared to be at risk. The alert reflected concern that nuclear weapons could have detonated.
WHO: Sixth Fleet
WHAT: Issued a “Broken Arrow” alert after a carrier-cruiser collision and ensuing fire.
WHEN: Aug 25, 2026
WHERE: Mayport, Florida, USA
WHY: Concerns that W45 nuclear warheads onboard the cruiser were at risk during the collision and fire.
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