In a shocking development, an oil tanker and a cargo vessel have collided in the North Sea, as reported by the Coastguard. The HM Coastguard is currently leading the emergency response efforts to address the collision between the two ships off the coast of East Yorkshire. According to a spokesperson for the RNLI, there are indications that individuals have evacuated the vessels following the collision, with fires breaking out on both ships.
The distress signal was received at 09:48 GMT, and the situation is described as ongoing by an HM Coastguard representative. The collision has sparked concerns about the safety of those onboard and the potential environmental impact of the incident. Efforts are underway to manage the aftermath of the collision and ensure the well-being of all individuals involved.
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