Fire drama on oil tankers Annika: crew saved, cause unclear!

Fire drama on oil tankers Annika: crew saved, cause unclear!

A dramatic incident occurred on Friday in the Mecklenburg bay when the oil tanker "Annika" opened on fire. Fortunately, the seven crew members could be saved by sea rescues, although reports of injuries originally circulated. The 73 -meter -long tanker was loaded with about 640 tons of oil and is currently in front of anchor, a connection to a tractor was established to stabilize the situation.

Fire brigade forces from Rostock, Kiel and Lübeck are on the scene with helicopters, while three ships have already started with extinguishing measures. So far, the cause of the devastating fire remains unclear. The situation develops quickly and the saving measures in the fight against the flames are in full swing. Further information on the situation and the measures follow, while the authorities continue to examine the circumstances. Details of this incident are still sparse, but www.lippewelle.de , dass ...