A coastguard helicopter has been deployed as part of an emergency response following reports that a tanker has collided with a cargo vessel in the North Sea, off the coast of East Yorkshire.
HM Coastguard is leading the rescue operation after the alarm was raised shortly before 9.50am this morning.
A helicopter was launched from Humberside, heading directly to the scene to assist, alongside lifeboats from Skegness, Bridlington, Mablethorpe and Cleethorpes, as well as an HM Coastguard fixed-wing aircraft and several nearby vessels equipped with fire-fighting capabilities.
The extent of the damage or any potential injuries on board either vessel is not yet known, and the situation remains developing.
Emergency teams are continuing to assess the scene and provide assistance to any crew members who may be in danger.
HM Coastguard has not yet confirmed the names of the vessels involved or the cause of the collision, but more details are expected to emerge throughout the day.
This is a breaking news story and will be updated as soon as more information becomes available.
