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The Angiola II, a high-end yacht valued at $9.1 million, went down in Mediterranean waters off Porto Cervo on Sardinia’s coast Tuesday, marking a swift and catastrophic end to the vessel just days after changing hands. The ship experienced mechanical trouble in its engine systems that ignited a fire, which compromised critical seals and allowed seawater to breach the hull, ultimately capsizing the craft.
Fourteen passengers were aboard the vessel when disaster struck. All guests successfully evacuated to nearby ships and were brought to safety by rescue crews responding to the incident, with the Italian businessman owner departing last from the sinking vessel.
The yacht came to rest at approximately 23 feet below the surface in waters between L’Isola dei Cappuccini and Capo Ferro, situated along the exclusive Costa Smeralda region of Sardinia. Recovery authorities have established ongoing surveillance of the wreck site while they prepare salvage operations to retrieve the vessel from the seafloor.
Built to accommodate 10 guests, the Angiola II featured five cabins, five crew quarters, four engines, and a maximum cruising speed of 28 knots. The incident highlights the inherent risks facing luxury maritime vessels even under new ownership and recently completed construction.
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