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A vessel crashes into a pier, resulting in a significant amount of oil spilling into the water.

A boat crashed into a lock barrier on the River Main in Lower Franconia on Saturday, leading to a significant oil and other operational substance leak. This has resulted in the temporary halt of waterway transportation.

A blue light shines on a police patrol.
A blue light shines on a police patrol.

Mishaps occur. - A vessel crashes into a pier, resulting in a significant amount of oil spilling into the water.

Preliminary reports indicate that a vessel struck a quay wall upon attempting to enter the Kleinostheimer lock near Aschaffenburg. The cause of the collision isn't apparent yet. The local fire department and water police are on the scene responding.

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  1. The accident at the quay wall in Kleinostheim, Lower Franconia, resulted in a large amount of oil spilling into the water beneath the shipping lane.
  2. Despite the recent mishaps in Bavaria, such as the vessel incident at the UNDERFRONT, shipping activities continue to operate regularly.
  3. Following the collision, the ship was carefully escorted to a nearby dry dock for further inspection and repairs.
  4. The authorities in Kleinostheim are collaborating with their counterparts in neighboring regions to investigate the cause of the accident and prevent future occurrences.
  5. His Majesty's Ship, stationed nearby, was promptly dispatched to help clean up the oil spill in the water, ensuring minimal environmental impact.

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