Storm sinks boat off Cape Greco as rescue operation continues
A storm caused a boat to sink off Cape Greco on Saturday, while authorities launched a wider rescue operation involving vessels in the area.
Cape Greco, Cyprus. A storm that battered the island caused a boat to sink off Cape Greco on Saturday, prompting a rescue operation for passengers aboard vessels in the area. Those aboard the sunken boat were rescued and were out of danger, according to weather service Kitasweather.
Rescue operation
The rescue formed part of a wider operation involving two boats in the bay between Ayios Anargyroi and Konnos at Cape Greco.
Police deployed a helicopter to the scene. According to police, two other boats remained anchored in the area, with the helicopter attempting to rescue those on board.
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