It has been reported that an oil tanker and a cargo ship collided in the North Sea off the coast of East Yorkshire, England. Authorities announced that a fire broke out on the oil tanker following the accident. Rescue teams and firefighting vessels have been dispatched to the scene.
The British press stated that efforts to bring the fire that started on the oil tanker after the collision under control are ongoing. It was noted that the potential environmental impact of the incident has not yet been determined.
In a statement made by the Coast Guard, the following expressions were included:
''An emergency response has been initiated following reports of a collision off the coast of East Yorkshire. A rescue helicopter from Humberside, lifeboats from Skegness, Bridlington, Mablethorpe, and Cleethorpes, an HM Coastguard aircraft, and firefighting vessels have been sent to the region.''
Authorities stated that necessary precautions have been taken in the region and the situation is being closely monitored.
News Source : İHA
