Annia: oil tanker Annika” after fire arrived at the port of Rostock!
Annia: oil tanker Annika” after fire arrived at the port of Rostock!
A dramatic incident occurred in the Baltic Sea when the oil tanker "Annika" was able to anchor over the Rostock overseas port after a fire. The ship moored on the night of Saturday at 1:00 a.m. after it was pulled by two tugs by his an accident near Kühlungsborn. Firefighters and the technical relief organization waited to take measures immediately as soon as the ship was safely merged.
Although the fire that had broken out in the color and paint room in the rear area of the tanker had been under control since the early afternoon, the official message has so far failed to do so. During the slipping, the circumstances of representatives of the salvage company were classified as stable, which also meant a certain relief for everyone involved. For safety, a fire guard from the Kiel fire brigade was installed on board so that they can react quickly if necessary.
Details about the crew and load
The seven crew members who were taken to the hospital due to the incident could be released on Friday evening. You will receive support from specialists from the German Seemann Mission, who take care of your psychosocial support if necessary. In this tense situation, health and well -being of the crew is of great importance.
The tanker, which has an impressive length of 73 meters, transported 640 tons of heavy oil. The ship was originally on the way from Rostock to Travemünde when the emergency call entered shortly after 9 a.m. The cause of the fire has so far remained unclear and could also require further examinations in order to avoid the resulting risks. Such incidents show the potential dangers associated with the transport of dangerous goods, and the necessary to strengthen security protocols.
In this context, reference is made to the skills of the rescue workers, who may have prevented worse things through their quick action. The operating and rescue teams not only show professionalism, but also a remarkable operational readiness in crisis situations that are often unpredictable and require quick thinking.The action gives rise to checking the safety precautions for cargo ships in the German waters. Further information on the developments related to the incident is constantly provided to give the public a clear overview. The safety of crews and the avoidance of environmental disasters are the focus of all efforts.
The "Annika" remains in the port for the time being until all security tests have been completed and the exact circumstances of the fire have been clarified. While the overall situation appears stable, it is clear to the emergency services involved that increased vigilance is necessary to document and analyze possible future incidents in similar situations.
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