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Will Volgoneft 239 reach a safe harbor by December 31, 2024?
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Russian tanker Volgoneft 212 sinks near Kerch Strait, carrying 4,300 tons of fuel oil; another tanker Volgoneft 239 in distress
Dec 15, 2024, 09:57 AM
The Russian tanker Volgoneft 212 is reportedly sinking near the Kerch Strait after breaking in half due to severe weather conditions. The vessel was carrying approximately 4,300 tons of fuel oil and had 13 crew members on board at the time of the incident. Emergency services have been dispatched to the area, where the tanker is located about eight kilometers from the shore. Reports indicate that another tanker, Volgoneft 239, may also be in distress, although details are still being confirmed. The situation has raised concerns about potential environmental impacts due to the fuel oil spill from the sinking vessel.
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