A North Sea cargo ship collision has resulted in a sodium cyanide spill, prompting fears over potential health and environmental impacts
A collision in the North Sea involving a cargo ship carrying 15 containers of sodium cyanide and a tanker transporting jet fuel has resulted in a spill. Sodium cyanide releases toxic hydrogen cyanide gas when it encounters water, posing health and environmental risks. Experts note the North Sea's currents may disperse the sodium cyanide quickly, but both the sodium cyanide and jet fuel could be lethal to local wildlife. A potential plume of hydrogen cyanide gas is a concern, although it is expected to be localized and clear within 12-15 days.
