Public urged to stay away after ship containers of bananas wash up in West Sussex

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Steven MorrisDecember 8, 2025 at 05:43 PM

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After 16 shipping containers fell off the Baltic Klipper cargo ship in the Solent on Saturday, containers and their contents began washing up on the beaches of West Sussex, England. Eight of the containers held bananas, leading to a cleanup operation led by the West Sussex County Council. Initially, the Coastguard warned the public to report any found items, but the receiver of wreck later clarified that the perishable bananas did not need to be reported. Authorities are urging the public to stay away from the affected beaches to allow for efficient cleanup of the containers and scattered bananas. The incident caused disruption to shipping movements, including a delay for the P&O Cruises ship Iona.

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Key Player Opposition Context

P&O Cruises 30% Selsey 40% Solent 50% HM Coastguard ×260% West Sussex county council 70% Baltic Klipper ×280%

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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90%

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Solent

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