A floating crane capsized at the dock of the Sevastopol Marine Plant in the South Bay, causing a serious accident with fatalities and injuries, local media outlets such as KubNews and Bezformata reported.
The floating crane incident in Bahía Sur
According to initial reports, the incident occurred during loading and maintenance maneuvers on a port structure. Witnesses indicated that the balance of the equipment was suddenly lost, which caused the crane to tip over into the water with several workers on board.
Local authorities and maritime rescue teams immediately rushed to the scene, managing to rescue part of the crew, while operations continue to recover the remaining victims and stabilize the area.
The Southern Transport Prosecutor’s Office issued an official statement, confirming that inspectors from the Sevastopol Transport Prosecutor’s Office are conducting technical expertise to verify compliance with safety standards of the fleet and port operations. port operations.
“An investigation is underway to ensure compliance with fleet safety legislation. Depending on its results, the need for response measures will be considered,” the institution stated.
Source and photo: GenPro
