Authorities were alerted to the grounding of a yacht, flying the flag of San Marino, in the sea area of Lefkimmi, Corfu. The vessel had four foreign nationals on board when it ran aground on a sandy beach in the area.
Coast Guard Deploys Patrol Boat and Tugboat
A patrol boat from the Coast Guard and a tugboat were immediately dispatched to the scene to assist the stranded vessel. The rescue operation was complicated by strong northwesterly winds, reportedly blowing at 5 to 6 Beaufort.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred on May 19, 2026, at approximately 23:42. The exact cause of the grounding has not yet been disclosed, but the adverse weather conditions are believed to have played a role. All four foreign nationals on board were reported to be safe and unharmed.
Ongoing Investigation and Future Steps
The Coast Guard is expected to conduct a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the yacht’s grounding. Efforts to refloat the vessel are underway, with the tugboat working to pull it free from the sandy seabed. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.
