AmericasMissing Argentine Submarine Reported Fire in Last MessageSavePrintThe Argentine military submarine ARA San Juan and crew are seen leaving the port of Buenos Aires, Argentina, June 2, 2014. Picture taken on June 2, 2014. Armada Argentina/Handout via ReutersPetr Svabreporter11/28/2017|Updated: 10/5/2018The final transmission from the Argentine submarine that disappeared on Nov. 15 reported a fire on board due to a short-circuited battery.In the last message from the ARA San Juan submarine, the captain said water leaked into the ventilation system through the sub’s snorkel.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentPetr SvabreporterPetr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement. Author’s Selected ArticlesMamdani NYC Housing Plan Has Insiders Curious, SkepticalFeb 02, 2026Shen Yun Targeted With Fake Bomb and Impersonator ThreatsJan 23, 2026Why People Feel the Economy Is Bad, When Data Show ImprovementJan 19, 2026Constraining Mega-Landlords Would Help Some Buyers, Won’t Solve Housing Woes: Industry InsidersJan 14, 2026
