Disaster in the North Sea! Cargo Ship Collides With Tanker, Massive Fire Erupts!

A Portuguese-flagged container ship Solang struck the anchored U.S.-flagged tanker Stena Immaculate, leading to multiple explosions in the North Sea

Fires continue to rage on both vessels. While 36 crew members were rescued, one from the Solang remains missing. The UK Coastguard has now called off the search.

The Stena Immaculate was carrying jet fuel for the U.S. military, and a ruptured tank has caused a fuel spill, raising fears of environmental damage.

Experts warn that jet fuel is toxic to marine life, but the bigger threat may be Solang’s cargo—15 containers of sodium cyanide, a deadly chemical that dissolves easily in water.

Tracking data shows the Stena Immaculate was almost stationary, while the Solang was moving at 16 knots. Shipping rules require a moving vessel to avoid a stationary one—so what went wrong?

Firefighting vessels, helicopters, and emergency teams are battling the flames. A full investigation by UK authorities will determine the cause and assess the environmental impact.