Salvage Operation Underway

25 crew members have been rescued from a cargo ship that's become grounded on a sandbank near the Isle of Wight. Coastguard helicopters and lifeboats evacuated the crew - with some needing hospital treatment for injuries.

A high tide could cause problems for the teams trying to salvage the cargo ship.

The 51-thousand tonne vessel was carrying a load of cars when it ran into difficulty.

Its 25 crew have been rescued.

Andy Jenkins - from the coastguard - says the situation will be assessed during the morning.

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