Overview
- The Portuguese-flagged cargo ship 'Solong' collided with the US-flagged oil tanker 'Stena Immaculate' near the Humber River mouth, causing fires on both vessels.
- One crew member from the 'Solong' is missing and presumed dead, while 36 others from both ships were rescued; one individual was hospitalized with injuries.
- The 'Stena Immaculate,' carrying 220,000 barrels of kerosene, was damaged, leading to fuel leakage into the sea, prompting environmental concerns about marine life and coastal ecosystems.
- Authorities have arrested the 'Solong' captain, a 59-year-old man, on suspicion of negligent manslaughter as investigations into the cause of the collision proceed.
- Efforts to control the situation include firefighting, oil containment measures, and the deployment of specialized equipment and vessels to prevent further environmental damage.