The Liberian cargo ship, which capsized the coast of Kerala 24. May, according to reports today sank. The vessel had 24 crews on board – all of which were rescued by the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), he added.
Concerns have now shifted to the environmental front, as the ship also carried 640 containers – 13 with Hardus Cargo and 12 with calcium carbide, according to the PTI report.
“In the early morning hours of May 25, MSC Elsa 3 quickly introduced and rolled in a position of 09 ° 18,76’n 076 ° 08,12’ea,” said ICG 25 May. He said that the remaining three crew left the diving ship and was saved by INS SUJATA, who joined the operations last night.
Environment, pollution growing concerns: teams in alert
ICG said the Saksham ship, equipped with a device for pollution, was placed on the scene to respond to any oil escape scenario.
Of the 640 containers on board 13 contained a dangerous load, while 12 containers with calcium carbide were present, he said.
“The ship had 84.44 MT diesel and 367.1 MT oil oven,” ICG said.
He notes that the sensitive coast of kerles is home to live biodiversity and is the main tourist attraction, and said that ICG has focused readiness for pollution and coordination with state administration for all possible scenarios.
“The ICG aircraft with the technology of advanced oil leaks is carried out by the assessment of the situation. At present, no oil leak has been reported,” he added.
The Indian Coast Guard also said it was fully focused on responding to the developing scenario and carefully monitoring the environmental impact as a result of the sinking of MSC Elsa 3.
Development comes in the middle of the intense efforts of the Indian Navy and Coast Guards that examined the methods that helped pull the vessel.
The Liberian container ship, which carried sea fuel, introduced several degrees about 38 naval miles from the coast of Kerala on Saturday, causing its cargo to spill into the sea.
The defense professional said that another vessel of the parent company achieved an area for help.
Previously, the authorities stated that out of the 24 crew members on board, 21 were rescued, while the three remained on board according to the company’s instructions.
He added that the coast patrol that led the rescue operation, and Indian naval ships maintain their positions in this area and monitor the situation.
The Office for the Catastrophe administration in Kerala (KSDMA) warned the general public of affecting any vessels for costs or oil leaks that they can wash as shore.
They also urged people to inform the police immediately if they see any containers or oil on the shore. 184 meters long ships, MSC Elsa 3, went to Kochi from the port of Vishinjam on Friday.
Around 13 May around 13th May, the company owns the Indian authorities that it is stated at 26 degrees and is looking for urgent help.
The Coast Guard coordinated rescue operations by maintenance of boats and aircraft near the emergency vessel.
The 24 -member crew includes one Russian (master), 20 Philippines, two Ukrainians and one Georgian national.
According to the Office for the Catastrophe management in Kerala, there is a possibility that the containers and oil concerning the load can wash ashore. KSDma also warned that oil movies could appear along the coastal parts.
The coast patrol confirmed that the container bears sea gas oil (MGO) and very low sulfur oil (VLSFO).
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