Footage from May voyage raises questions over Kyrenia ship disaster
Video from a May 16 voyage shows water entering the passenger ship that capsized off Kyrenia on August 30, killing eight people.
Kyrenia, Cyprus. Footage from a May 16 voyage of the passenger ship that later capsized off Kyrenia on August 30 has emerged, raising questions about the vessel’s condition.
Water seen entering vessel
The video, reported by Kıbrıs Postası, shows water entering the ship during the trip, while passengers can be heard expressing concern.
One passenger is heard saying: “It’s taking on a lot of water, the water’s coming in from below.”
A crew member replies: “It’ll be fine, sir, you go to the front, don’t get wet,” adding that more water was on the way.
Investigation continues
The footage resurfaced after the August 30 disaster, when the ship overturned during its voyage from Kyrenia to Taşucu following water ingress.
A total of 267 people were on board. Eight people died, while search and rescue operations continue for 20 people who remain missing.
Authorities investigating the cause of the disaster are examining the ship’s previous voyages, its technical condition and the safety practices in place at the time.
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