The “rescue” operation of the nearly sunken destroyer “Βέλος” (video)

The destroyer “Βέλος”, damaged during a storm, was rescued with the help of divers: part of the stern was removed and the ship was raised.

Titanic efforts were made to prevent it from sinking. To prevent this and seal part of the breach, divers, cranes and a tug were used. Fortunately, the weather improved, which allowed us to complete all the work quickly and efficiently.

After part of the stern was removed, the ship, which functions as a floating museum, was raised and engineers recorded the extent of the damage. during a storm. On Sunday, a crane and diver were at the pier where the destroyer was moored to install protective balloons between the deck and the ship, which had been blown away by strong winds. A ladder was installed with the help of a crane so that the ship’s crew could descend from it, reports local website thestival.gr. Since the evening, when the ship’s ladder was torn off due to strong winds, it has been impossible to ensure supplies for the crew.

As reported on the morning of Monday, November 20, efforts to remove the protective edges of the stairs, which were moved by strong gusts of wind, were in vain. A few hours later, it was decided to move the legendary “Βέλος” to a safer place.