An emergency was declared early Sunday afternoon after a helicopter went down in the waters near Vouliagmeni Marina.
Initial reports indicate that the helicopter had just landed on the marina’s helipad before attempting to take off again. However, mere seconds after lifting off, it unexpectedly crashed for reasons that are currently unclear. The incident sparked alarm among the many swimmers and visitors in the area, and footage shared by protothema.gr shows the crash and the chaos that followed.
The helicopter carried five individuals, all of whom, according to preliminary information, are safe. The group includes four foreign nationals and one Greek, with Mykonos as their intended destination.
Watch the video:
Helicopter crash at Vouliagmeni Marina
According to the National Emergency Aid Center (EKAV), four of the five passengers suffered minor injuries and are being taken to Asklipieio Hospital in Voula.
Watch the moment the Coast Guard’s inflatable boat arrives:
Importantly, witnesses noted that at least three other helicopters successfully landed and took off from the marina earlier today without any issues.
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