Incident on the Greek Island of Hydra
Involved a fire in the island’s only pine forest, which was reportedly started by a fireworks display on the luxury yacht “Persefoni”. Despite the high risk of wildfires, the crew decided to entertain guests by setting off fireworks and flares. They failed to contain the fire and eventually informed the fire department before leaving the scene. The crew denied allegations of intentional or negligent arson.
Details of the Incident
Onboard were 17 tourists from Kazakhstan and the Greek authorities seized the ship. The fire was eventually brought under control, but significant damage was done to the pine forest. The crew faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to 200,000 euros with the trial starting on Wednesday. This incident highlights the importance of fire safety measures and the severe consequences of illegal actions that can endanger natural resources and lives.
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