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Cargo Ship Leak Prompts Canal Closure in Fürth, Flooding Contained to Bow

Investigators are examining a possible ice-related hull breach.

Overview

  • More than 100 emergency responders, including DLRG, Wasserwacht and fire department divers, were deployed to the scene.
  • A watertight bulkhead was sealed to confine water to the forward compartment, and authorities said the vessel was not expected to sink.
  • An oil boom was set around the ship as a precaution, and officials reported no hazardous releases or injuries.
  • The Main–Danube Canal was temporarily closed to traffic, and officials have not given a timeline for reopening.
  • Repair options were being evaluated as initial information gathering was slowed by language barriers with the crew.