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North Sea Fire Mystery Solved

Humber Coastguard say numerous reports of something on fire off the Yorkshire Coast were nothing to be alarmed about.

Humber Coastguard Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre say they received numerous calls last night reporting what looked to be a vessel on fire off the Yorkshire Coast.

Following investigations it has been confirmed that a rig was flaring and there were no persons in danger.

Jamie Stafford, Senior Maritime Operations Officer at Humber Coastguard said

‘We can confirm a rig off the Yorkshire coast is flaring, causing what looks to be a fire out to sea. Members of the public are reminded if they think anything looks untoward they should always dial 999 and ask for the coastguard.’

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