Sailboat Stranded on Komiža Beach

A storm that came from the southwest in Komiža, on the island of Vis, seriously impacted a poorly moored sailboat flying the Italian flag. The wind and waves not only stranded the sailboat in shallow waters but completely dragged it onto the pebble beach, where it remained trapped.

Community-Wide Rescue Operation in Komiža

On the island of Vis, more precisely in Komiža, where there is no road access for a crane or other heavy machinery to reach the sailboat, a true community-wide rescue operation began. The only available working machine – a digger – came to help and lifted the keel of the sailboat, while a local fishing boat later pulled the vessel out of the shallows. A crucial move was tilting the sailboat on its side, which allowed it to be safely removed from the shallows.

United Community Led by ES Base Komiža

In this challenging rescue operation, the entire village participated, each with their own comments and advice. Amidst the chatter, safety and success were ensured by Pino from the ES base in Komiža, coordinating the entire operation.

Video: Watch the Rescue Operation in Komiža

Watch the video that shows how this exceptional rescue operation was carried out, fully organized and coordinated by the EmergenSea base in Komiža with the support of the entire local community.

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