One Dead and 14-Year-Old in Danger After Boat Collides with Reef Off Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq
A tragic maritime incident on Sunday evening has resulted in the death of one man and left two others—a 14-year-old boy and another man—in extreme danger, fighting for their lives. The accident occurred shortly after 7:00 PM when the boat they were aboard collided with the Is-Sikka s-Safra reef, located off the coast of Magħtab in Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq.
Bystanders in the area reported seeing distress flares fired from the stranded vessel, prompting an immediate and highly coordinated rescue operation. The delicate emergency response involved the joint efforts of the Civil Protection Department (CPD), the Armed Forces of Malta (AFM), the Police, and health authorities.
A medical team from Mater Dei Hospital was quickly dispatched to the scene to provide crucial first aid. Following initial stabilization, the victims were rushed to the hospital for emergency treatment due to the critical nature of their injuries.
In light of the severe situation, health authorities issued an urgent appeal requesting the public to avoid visiting the Mater Dei Emergency Department unless absolutely necessary, allowing the medical staff to fully focus on assisting the victims of this major accident.
