The Sea Lady II, a 41-meter superyacht, caught fire in St Tropez, leading to concerns about it sinking in the busy port. Firefighters faced challenges accessing the yacht as thick black smoke filled the area. Anti-pollution barriers were established to mitigate any environmental risks. The yacht, built in 1986 and recently refitted in 2024, accommodates 10 passengers and has eight crew members. Yacht traffic is increasing in St Tropez as superyachts converge for the summer holiday season, raising concerns over the fire's impact on the luxury marine environment.
Firefighters struggled to get on board the 41m superyacht Sea Lady II as thick black smoke billowed around the port of St Tropez. Anti-pollution barriers were deployed to mitigate environmental impact. Surrounding yachts were moved away as a precaution. The yacht was built in 1986 and had a recent refit in 2024, capable of accommodating 10 passengers with eight crew members. Concerns grew that the yacht, currently filling with water, could sink in the busy port where luxury vessels gather for the summer.
The Sea Lady II, costing over $90,000 a week to charter, caught fire while in port, leading to deluge concerns over its potential sinking. The fire service stated it was 'likely' the yacht would sink amidst the crowd of superyachts arriving for summer.
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