Distress Call Issued for BBC Vermont Cargo Ship After Onboard Explosion

 UPDATE:

VESSEL NO LONGER REQUIRES ASSISTANCE.

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UK Coastguard – September 18, 2024 (18:37 UTC): A distress call (MAYDAY) was received today from the general cargo ship BBC Vermont (IMO: 9357236) located at coordinates 48°06.9N 018°36.6W.

Reported Situation:

• An explosion occurred onboard the BBC Vermont.
• One crew member is reported unconscious.

Urgent Assistance Needed:

The UK Coastguard is seeking any vessels in the vicinity of the BBC Vermont that are able to assist.

How to Respond:

If your vessel is able to offer assistance, please contact the UK Coastguard immediately.

Additional Information:

• The BBC Vermont is a general cargo ship sailing under the flag of Antigua Barbuda.
• The ship's dimensions are 138.5 meters long and 21.34 meters wide.

Weather Conditions in the Area:

• Wind: Easterly at 10 knots with gusts up to 20 knots.
• Waves: 2 meters.
• Sky: Overcast with no precipitation.