Helgoland Ferry 'Funny Girl' Rescued After North Sea Blackout

The ferry with 250 passengers was towed to safety after a power failure left it adrift overnight.

The MS 'Funny Girl' experienced a complete power outage shortly after departing Helgoland, leaving it adrift on the North Sea.
The ferry, carrying nearly 250 passengers, was rendered manœuvre-less due to the failure of both main and backup generators.
Two tugboats from Cuxhaven successfully towed the ferry back to the port of Büsum in the early hours of Monday morning.
Despite the ordeal, no injuries were reported, and passengers remained calm, aided by the crew's efforts to maintain morale.
An alternate vessel, MS 'Nordlicht,' will temporarily cover the route until 'Funny Girl' resumes service on Wednesday.