A search and rescue operation is underway at Seli Ski Resort in Imathia, northern Greece, for a young skier who went missing on Monday afternoon. Despite efforts from 27 firefighters, rescuers, and volunteers, aided by drones, thermal cameras, and a scent dog, the skier's location remains unknown. Authorities are hopeful as the operation continues, with a helicopter joining the search.
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Four seafarers were airlifted from a Greek-owned bulk carrier off Taiwan after an engine room fire left them seriously injured.
A search is underway at Seli ski resort in Imathia, Greece for a skier in his early twenties who went missing Monday evening. Firefighters and a specialized rescue team are on scene.
Greek lawyers representing the survivors and victims of a tragic 2023 shipwreck called on Monday…
More than just decorations, the "karavakia" – small decorated boats – are a powerful symbol of Greek maritime heritage and the joy of Christmas. From their historical roots to their modern-day presence, these festive vessels tell a rich cultural story.
Eight migrants died and 18 were rescued after their speedboat capsized off the coast of Rhodes, Greece, while reportedly attempting to evade the Coast Guard. A search continues for any remaining missing persons.
Four migrants perished off the coast of Rhodes after a smuggler allegedly forced them overboard during a crossing from Turkey. Greek authorities rescued 25 survivors and recovered the bodies of three men and one woman. This tragedy underscores the perilous journey faced by migrants seeking refuge in the EU.
Greek authorities have recovered the bodies of four migrants after their boat sank off Rhodes in the Aegean Sea. A search-and-rescue operation is ongoing, with 25 survivors located on land. Greece continues to be a key entry point for migrants seeking to reach the European Union.
Barcelona authorities have issued a red alert for extreme weather as further torrential rain threatens the area. The recent flooding has claimed at least 217 lives, prompting warnings for residents to avoid unnecessary travel. Search efforts continue at the flooded underground parking lot of the Bonaire shopping centre, where fears linger that many bodies may still be trapped in vehicles. Firefighters report that all cars have been accounted for, but the situation remains critical as rescue operations proceed.
A coordinated rescue operation successfully saved 97 migrants from a vessel off the coast of Katakolo. Spotted 76 nautical miles southwest in the Gulf of Kyparissia, the migrants were safely transported to Katakolo's port under favorable weather conditions.
A search and rescue operation is ongoing for a 60-year-old German hiker who disappeared on Friday while hiking on the Sougia trail towards the Trypti Gorge in southern Crete.
A boat carrying 33 migrants sank off the coast of Samos, Greece. As of now, 5 people have been found alive, 3 have been recovered deceased, and 25 remain missing. Rescue efforts are underway but challenged by strong winds.
An alert has been issued by the relevant port authorities in Crete, as a ship…
Authorities on the Greek island of Samos have launched a search and rescue operation for a 65-year-old Dutch tourist who went missing while hiking on Thursday
A 48-year-old British tourist is missing after going for a swim with his niece at Theologou beach on Rhodes. Greek authorities are conducting a search operation, and boats sailing in the area have been alerted.
A cruise ship rescued 77 migrants from a distressed sailboat off the southwestern coast of Greece, Greek authorities announced Tuesday. The Maltese-flagged cargo ship initially spotted the boat 112 nautical miles southwest of Pylos.
A search for a missing 26-year-old Nepalese man in Sparta, Greece ended tragically today. The man's body was recovered from Lake Evrotas after he went fishing on Sunday and failed to return. Authorities are investigating the cause of death.
A 20-year-old tourist from South Africa has tragically died in a suspected drowning accident off the coast of Kefalonia, Greece. The young man, identified as Benjamin, was found dead 17 hours after disappearing while swimming from a catamaran near Sami.
An Iraqi survivor of a shipwreck off Italy's coast has been arrested for allegedly murdering a 16-year-old girl.
A 67-year-old German hiker who went missing on Sunday in Crete has been found dead.…