Two ships collided off the coast of Istanbul due to strong winds. A dry cargo ship drifted out of control and collided with another vessel. This incident highlights the potential dangers posed by adverse weather conditions to maritime operations, reports Marine Insight.
Visible Damage
The cargo ship was anchored off Kartal and was destined for Kroman. It dragged anchor and crashed into another vessel, which was also anchored. The accident caused visible damage to both vessels, and the crew members on board were panicked.
The video shows crew members alarmed as they spotted the ship approaching towards them.
After the crash, the cargo ship managed to drift free and, under its power, repositioned to another spot within the anchorage.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but authorities are assessing the extent of the damage and the impact on local maritime traffic.
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Source: Marine Insight
