Oil Tanker Aframax Rio Catches Fire Off Black Sea Coast
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Oct 7
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What happened
The Aframax Rio, a tanker, caught fire offshore near Sochi after being attacked by unmanned boats, according to officials in Russia. Preliminary reports indicate the vessel may have been carrying between 95,000 and 100,000 metric tons of oil. All 23 crew members, who are Indian nationals, were rescued.
From themoscowtimes.com
Why it matters
The fire involves a large quantity of oil burning in the Black Sea. The incident prompted authorities in Sochi and Sirius to close beaches and waterfront promenades until further notice.
From themoscowtimes.com
Who's involved
- NovorossiyskLocation near which the oil tanker caught fire and was attacked
- Caspian Pipeline ConsortiumOperates oil export infrastructure within the port of Novorossiysk