Grounded Greek Ferry Still Stranded

A greek ferry stays stranded on the the small Aegean Sea island of Kasos after working aground there Wednesday night time.

All 227 passengers and 55 crew have been nonetheless onboard the ro-pax ferry Vitsentzos Kornaros as of Thursday night time however weren’t in any rapid hazard, the Hellenic Coast Guard reported late Thursday.

A Hellenic Air Force helicopter helped mobilize crews and gear to island on Thursday.

Weather on the island stays dangerous.

The Master of the Vitsentzos Kornaros has reported that the ship’s crew has be conducting fixed inspections of the ship and passengers to make sure their security. The Master has additionally been instructed to supply steady updates to the passengers, and to supply meals and lodging.

A unified command has been established and is in fixed contact with the Master.

The vessel ran aground in Kasos Wednesday night time throughout a mooring maneuver in dangerous climate.