Removal planned for ships wrecked off Cape Greco
Authorities are planning the immediate removal of two ships wrecked off Cape Greco and pollutants released during Saturday’s storms.
Cape Greco, Cyprus. Plans are underway for the immediate removal of two ships wrecked during heavy storms on Saturday, along with polluting substances and residues released from them, the Deputy Ministry of Shipping said on Monday.
The ministry said the measures were necessary to protect the marine environment and ensure the safety of human life at sea and navigation in the area.
Investigations under way
The ministry expressed condolences to the family of Dimis Mavroupoulous, who died aboard his boat, Perla Bianca.
A maritime safety investigation into the sinking of Perla Bianca is being carried out in cooperation with the police.
A separate investigation into the sinking of the second vessel, Petsas I, will be conducted by the Maritime Accidents and Incidents Investigation Committee.
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