There were no toxic chemicals on board, but ship may sink, says owner

The Portuguese cargo ship Solong collided with the US fuel tanker Stena Immaculate in the North Sea, leading to fears of sinking despite initial concerns of toxic chemicals on board. The owner confirmed no highly toxic chemicals were present and expressed sympathy for the missing crew member’s family, as the vessel remains afloat but still on fire. Authorities have ruled out foul play and pollution, with salvage operations underway and no significant public health risks reported on shore.

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