In the aftermath of a collision between the US-registered Stena Immaculate oil tanker and a Portuguese-flagged container ship named Solong, aerial footage has captured the extensive damage caused almost 24 hours after the incident occurred. The collision took place off the coast of East Yorkshire, resulting in both vessels catching fire around 10:00 GMT.
Following the incident, the coastguard informed that a total of 36 individuals were safely brought ashore, with one individual requiring hospitalization due to injuries sustained during the collision. Additionally, Ernst Russ, the owner of the container ship Solong, disclosed that one crew member out of the 14-member team was reported missing in the aftermath of the collision.
The footage captured from above highlights the severity of the damage inflicted upon the US-registered oil tanker and the Portuguese-flagged container ship, emphasizing the consequences of the collision that led to both vessels engulfed in flames. The incident has raised concerns about maritime safety and the importance of enforcing regulations to prevent such accidents in the future.
As investigations into the collision continue, authorities are working diligently to assess the cause of the accident and determine the necessary measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. The safety of maritime operations and the well-being of crew members remain a top priority in light of this tragic event
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