A devastating collision near the Humber Estuary, 10 miles off England’s coast, ignited a massive fireball, raising serious environmental concerns. The crash occurred at 9:48 AM on March 10 between the US-flagged Stena Immaculate, en route to Rotterdam, and the stationary Portuguese cargo ship MV Solong.

Rescuers saved 37 crew members, but the tanker was carrying Jet A1 fuel, which was reported to be “on fire and in the water.” Authorities are battling the flames and assessing the ecological impact, fearing long-term damage to marine life and coastal ecosystems. Emergency teams are working to contain the spill and minimize environmental devastation.