A cargo ship broke into two off Japan coast causing an oil leak. The oil leak from the ship reportedly spread around 24 km. The cargo ship ran aground in a northern Japanese port. Crew of the cargo ship was taken to safety by the coastguard. Stern of crimson polaris was seen tipped upwards in aerial visuals. The incident took place in Hachinohe port in Aomori on Wednesday. Three patrol boats, three aircraft were sent after the incident. Authorities are trying to control fuel leak; extent of environmental impact unknown.
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