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a day ago
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Terrifying Video: Yacht Worth Rs 300 Crore Engulfed In Massive Fire In Ibiza
The yacht, called Da Vinci, caught fire. The dramatic footage shows the vessel completely destroyed in flames before sinking. A luxury superyacht worth €30 million (around Rs 306 crore) was recently filmed sinking in the Mediterranean Sea after a massive fire near Ibiza, Spain. Named Da Vinci, the yacht was engulfed in flames, and dramatic footage shows the vessel being completely destroyed. According to reports, all onboard, including four passengers, two crew members and the captain, were safely rescued without injuries. Despite the swift response of rescue teams, the fire was so intense that it could not be contained, and the yacht ultimately sank to the sea floor. The cause of the blaze has not yet been confirmed. Fire Begins In The Engine Room Luis Gascon, the maritime captain of Ibiza, told Ultima Hora that the yacht sank at 6:19 pm in waters near the Ses Salines Natural Park. While the exact cause of the fire remains unknown, it reportedly started in the yacht's engine room. Initially, the blaze seemed manageable, but as the rescue team attempted to tow the vessel, the flames in the engine room quickly spiralled out of control, making it impossible to save the yacht. The rescue team, Salvamento Marítimo, shared the video on Instagram and informed, 'Fire broke out on board the Da Vinci vessel, 7.3 miles southwest of Punta Gavina (Formentera). CCS Palma deployed the Guardamar Concepción Arenal and Salvamar Naos, which also transported firefighters. All seven crew members were safely evacuated to shore by the Naos. The fire could not be controlled, and the yacht eventually sank. The Guardamar remains in the area, clearing debris." Incendio a bordo de embarcación Da Vinci a 7,3 millas al SW de Punta Gavina (Formentera). CCS Palma moviliza Guardamar Concepción Arenal y Salvamar Naos, que traslada también bomberos. Los 7 tripulantes han sido evacuados por la Naos a tierra en buen estado. El incendio no ha… — SALVAMENTO MARÍTIMO (@salvamentogob) August 11, 2025 Public Reacts With Concern Over Safety And Environmental Impact Reacting to the post, a user wrote, 'I don't even want to imagine that situation." Another suggested, 'Boats with little professional maintenance, the sea corrodes the electrical installations and must be inspected every 6 months with the change of anodes and stability and tension tests in all their lines. It is not expensive to buy the boat. Keeping it in conditions is the problem." 'If throwing trash in the sea is punishable, if you sink in a boat, is it considered the same? In the end, it's to get to the bottom of the sea, something that shouldn't be there," a comment read. One more added, 'They could already limit the access of yachts to Formentera because they are ruining the beaches with so many boats and their accidents and fires, a little more control would not go wrong, that protects the island NOW." According to Boat International, Da Vinci, part of Spanish shipyard Astondoa's 95 GLX series, was a luxury superyacht designed for comfort and entertainment. The vessel featured a wet bar, a barbecue area, and a flybridge for open-air views. It could accommodate up to 10 guests and included a private owner's suite for an intimate experience. view comments Location : Delhi, India, India First Published: August 14, 2025, 15:32 IST News viral Terrifying Video: Yacht Worth Rs 300 Crore Engulfed In Massive Fire In Ibiza Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
CTV News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Yacht engulfed in flames, sinks off Spanish coast
A yacht sank off the coast of Formentera, Spain, after a fire began in the engine room and engulfed the entire boat on Monday, August 11, local news reported. A high-luxury yacht was engulfed in flames and sank off the Spanish coast Monday. The Da Vinci, a 28-metre yacht, caught fire and sank 12 kilometres off the coast of Formentera, Spain at 6:19 p.m. local time, local media and officials report. Officials said that all seven people on board were rescued in 'good condition.' Ultima Hora, a Balearic Islands-based newspaper, reported that Luis Gascon, a maritime official based in Ibiza, said the fire started inside the ship and burned its way outside. The boat sank after it went up in flames, the newspaper reported. Ultima Hora said there were four passengers, two crew members and the captain on board, reporting that everyone was transferred to a rescue boat without issues. Periódico de Ibiza y Formentera, another news organization based out of the Balearic Islands, reported the fire as having started in the engine room. Spanish maritime authorities dispatched a rescue boat and patrol vessel to respond to the fire. Ultima Hora reported that initially, the fire appeared to be under control, but when the rescue boats began to pull the yacht, the fire escalated before it ultimately sank. According to Boat International, the yacht featured a wet bar, barbecue, and a flybridge. They report the ship as having space for 10 guests, plus an owner's suite. Formentera is part of the Balearic Islands, located in the western Mediterranean. Ibiza Spotlight calls Formentera a blissful 'unspoilt, peaceful paradise.' According to their website, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Madonna and Leonardo DiCaprio have all visited the island.
