Fire drama in the Rostock port: Tanker Annika is waiting for repair!

Fire drama in the Rostock port: Tanker Annika is waiting for repair!

drama in the Rostock harbor! The damaged coastal tank “Annika” is still in the harbor and causes excitement. After a devastating fire on October 11 on the Baltic Sea near Heiligendamm, when the ship went up in flames, the damage can now be carried out feverishly. Fortunately, there were no injuries, but the situation remains tense!

Hafkapitän Falk Zachau confirmed that extensive repairs on board the "Annika" should be carried out over the next two months. In the meantime, the ship owner is looking for a suitable shipyard for the necessary repairs. But the biggest problem remains the cargo: around 800 tons of heavy oil have to be pumped out, but this only happens when the insurers agree on the amount of damage. The campaign will take place from ship to ship in the port, which only reinforces the drama of the situation!

cause of the fire remains unclear

An expert who was involved in the salvage suspects that a burst fuel line in the machine room could have triggered the devastating deflection. This Information raises questions and lets the concerns about safety in the waters.

The "Annika" had previously caught fire at Kühlungsborn and was dragged into the Rostock port after the first extinguishing work. The next steps are crucial for the future of the ship and the security of the area. The situation remains tense and the eyes of the public are aimed at developments!