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Maritime and environmental incidents in the Adriatic

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The Adriatic region has experienced a series of maritime accidents and environmental emergencies. In mid-August, incidents near Dugi Otok, Croatia, included a boat running aground near Cape Oključić, resulting in the evacuation of a four-person crew, Oključić and a collision involving a Slovenian-operated yacht and a fish farm cage. By late August, the scope of incidents expanded. In Montenegro’s Boka Kotorska bay, a vessel collision near Stoliv left 15 people with minor injuries; authorities noted the operator of one vessel injuries. Authorities confirmed that a Serbian citizen was operating one of the vessels under the influence of alcohol. alcohol and faces criminal charges for “endangering public traffic”. In Croatia, a 20-meter luxury motor yacht registered in Malta caught fire and sank while anchored near Čiovo, prompting environmental monitoring for potential fuel leaks. Additionally, wildfires Čiovo. While all six occupants were evacuated without injury, the vessel sank to a depth of over 31 meters during towing operations. The Ministry of Sea, Transport and Infrastructure reported that “no marine pollution has been detected at the site”. Environmental and fire concerns also persisted. Firefighters brought a blaze on the Pakleni Islands near Hvar under control, following earlier reports of wildfires in the Paklinski Islands and the Konavle region, with region. Additionally, the latter spreading from Bosnia Kotor Fishermen's Association has called for government intervention to regulate maritime traffic, citing concerns that intense cruise ship tender activity is causing noise, waves, and Herzegovina into Croatian territory. coastal erosion.

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  1. 2026-08-25 09:53 UTC Maritime and environmental incidents in the Adriatic
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