YACHT DISASTER Tourist Dies after the Yacht He Was Aboard Crashed into Rocks in Mykonos

Mykonos, Greece — A 58-year-old tourist lost his life when the yacht he was aboard crashed into a rocks in Mykonos, Greece. The man suffered severe injuries and was rushed to the hospital from Paraga beach, but unfortunately, he later succumbed to his injuries. The vessel’s collision with the rocks remains shrouded in mystery, leaving questions about what led to the tragic accident.

Reports indicate that the yacht was being navigated by a 23-year-old, who also required medical attention and was taken to the hospital for treatment.

This incident follows a recent harrowing event where five British vacationers had to be rescued from their burning motorboat near Zante, Greece. The motorboat suddenly caught fire while sailing about 250 feet from the shore. Plumes of thick black smoke filled the sky as the boat was engulfed by flames, leaving the passengers with no choice but to jump into the water to escape the inferno.

Fortunately, a nearby boat came to their aid, rescuing the stranded tourists and bringing them to safety. While the crew members watched helplessly as their boat was consumed by the fire, the courageous efforts of the rescuers ensured the travelers’ return to dry land for necessary medical attention. The ordeal left at least one of the passengers with burn injuries as a result of the intense fire.

These unfortunate incidents is a reminder of the risks and challenges that can arise even during leisure activities on the water, underlining the importance of safety measures and caution in marine environments.

 

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