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USS Benfold’s Rough Ride at Sea | Baltimore News
A Navy destroyer, the USS Benfold, faced a four-day nightmare at sea in July—no toilets, no AC, running low on water and hot meals—all due to a power failure. Crews handled it with grit, helped by nearby ships like the USS Robert Smalls, which delivered meals, while tugboats towed them to Subic Bay for repairs. Meanwhile, the same carrier strike group now heads toward the Middle East, potentially leaving the Indo-Pacific without an aircraft carrier—a twist amid rising tensions with China. It’s a stark reminder that even advanced navies can face basic breakdowns—and how they respond matters. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f0215561b3dbf733

