Rescue Teams Mobilize as Tankers Collide Near Singapore

Two tankers caught fire after colliding near Singapore. Salvage and fire-fighting teams are being deployed to assist. Both vessel owners have arranged support for the efforts and subsequent towing. The International Maritime Organization reported that navigational traffic remains unaffected, but the status of the vessels and possible pollution is unknown.

Salvage and fire fighting teams are being deployed to provide assistance to two tankers on fire after colliding earlier on Friday near Singapore's coast, the UN's shipping agency said.

"Salvage and fire-fighting assets have been arranged by both vessel owners to support the fire-fighting efforts and subsequent towage of the vessels to safety. Navigational traffic is not affected," a spokesperson with the International Maritime Organization said.

"The status of the vessels and any pollution is currently unknown at this time."