Holy Ship! Giant boat tips over in Edinburgh, at least 25 injured
25 people have been injured, with 15 of them being treated in the hospital after a large ship became dislodged from a dry dock in Edinburgh. Specialist trauma teams, ambulances, fire crews and police are on the scene at Imperial Dock in Leith, with pictures posted on social media showing the vessel leaning at a 45-degree angle. Sky’s Connor Gillies brings us the latest details. Sky News further reported:
A wind speed of 38mph was recorded in Edinburgh at 8am on Wednesday, while a 44mph gust was recorded at 9am, according to Met Office data. Leith councillor Adam McVey said the ship became dislodged in strong winds and he described the incident as “terrifying” for those on board. He tweeted: “Emergency services are responding to a major incident at Leith docks – a ship has been dislodged from its holding in strong winds. “Terrifying for those on board, my thoughts are with those who’ve been injured and hope everyone recovers quickly. Please avoid area.”
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