Overview
- The 21-meter MS Aegir ran aground on the Kalfamer sandbank between Juist and Norderney on Saturday afternoon, according to the sea rescue service and dpa.
- Initial tow attempts by the ferry Inselexpress 2 and DGzRS vessels failed during ebb tide, prompting an evacuation to Norddeich via the rescue boats Wilma Sikorski and Eugen.
- dpa reports seven passengers and one crew member were taken off the vessel while two crew stayed aboard, though another outlet cited a total of ten people on board.
- The ship refloated on the rising tide overnight and returned to Norddeich under its own power with a rescue cruiser providing escort, and no injuries were reported.
- Tag24 later reported a fire discovered on board Sunday morning during post-return checks, with firefighters opening flooring and removing insulation as details on damage and potential hazards remained unconfirmed.