Rescue Operation for Stricken Cargo Ship

Rescue Operation for Stricken Cargo Ship

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A ship near Colwyn Bay was caught in a storm while loading limestone. The crew sent a distress call, and all seven Polish seamen were rescued safely. Eyewitnesses described the rapid escalation of the storm. The ship, carrying 40,000 liters of fuel, spilled a small amount of oil into the sea, raising environmental concerns. Salvage efforts are ongoing, hindered by bad weather, as teams work to prevent further oil spillage and assess the damage.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the ship doing at the pier near Colwyn Bay before the storm hit?

Repairing damages

Loading limestone

Refueling

Unloading coal

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Polish seamen were rescued from the ship?

Eight

Seven

Six

Five

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Dave and Sue Stafford observe about the ship's movement during the storm?

It was blown back by the wind

It docked successfully

It was anchored safely

It sailed smoothly

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main environmental concern regarding the ship?

It was carrying hazardous chemicals

It was leaking fuel

It was blocking the harbor

It was on fire

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was hindering the salvage efforts of the ship?

Communication issues

Lack of equipment

Ongoing bad weather

Insufficient manpower