Survivors of Cypriot ferry disaster describe terror and panic aboard sinking ship
Summary
A ferry carrying 267 people sank off northern Cyprus on August 30, 2026, killing eight people and leaving 18 missing. Survivors described panic and chaos as they tried to escape, while rescue teams searched for missing passengers.Key Facts
- The ferry left Kyrenia in northern Cyprus and was headed to Tasucu in Turkey when it capsized.
- There were 267 people on board, including passengers and crew.
- Eight people died, and 18 were still missing as rescue efforts continued.
- Survivors said the ferry began to list and take on water after loud noises came from below decks.
- The crew initially said the problem was a loose gasket causing a leak.
- Panic grew as people struggled to find life jackets and many were trapped below decks.
- Rescuers in nearby boats pulled many survivors from the sea.
- Northern Cyprus authorities have launched an investigation and detained the ferry’s crew.
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