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Accident near Helgoland: two cargo ships collide – several people are missing

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A major ship collision is said to have occurred off the coast of Helgoland on Tuesday. Rescue ships at sea (photo) are looking for the shipwrecked.

According to media reports, two cargo ships collided in the North Sea, southwest of Heligoland, on Tuesday. Several people are currently missing.

According to the accident control, the accident happened about 22 kilometers southwest of the island of Helgoland and 31 kilometers northeast of the island of Langeoog. According to information from “Bild”, the accident happened around 5 a.m. The cargo ships are “Polesie” and “Verity”. The “Verity” sank.

One person saved

The “Polesie” was said to be floating. She has 22 people on board. It was initially unclear how many people were missing. The search for the castaways continues at full speed.

One person has been rescued so far. There are numerous rescue ships on site. The water police and several helicopters are also on their way to the scene of the accident. There must be medical personnel on board.

Rough sea conditions

The accident control also has the DO228 sensor aircraft fly over the sea area to obtain further information, Bild continues. A cruise ship sails through the sea area and supports the search. People on board this ship could also receive medical care; There are doctors on board.

The lake area will see winds of six Beaufort with seas of three meters. (An)

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Source: Blick

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