All rescued people disembarked in Olbia
It took two days until all rescued people could leave the ALAN KURDI. The Italian authorities seemed unprepared. Our guests endured the event with great patience. Now a successful mission comes to an end.
Entries by Sea-Eye
An Unfriendly Welcome In Olbia
Italian authorities left 125 people, including very young children, freezing in the wind and rain for an entire day. Today Italy shows its ugliest side. There are still rescued people aboard ALAN KURDI.
ALAN KURDI anchors off Sardinia
The French government appealed to the Italian government on Wednesday evening to respect the humanitarian principles in the case of ALAN KURDI. Until then the Italian rescue control center had refused to coordinate the case.
ALAN KURDI sets course for France
So far no country wants to take responsibility for 125 people on board the ALAN KURDI. Sea-Eye had to make a decision to ensure the health and safety of the people. Another blockade is unacceptable.
“You are living in constant fear”
A father from Libya aboard the ALAN KURDI speaks about why his family had to leave the civil war country. Our human rights observer Kai wrote down what was reported to him.
62 children were saved
Within 12 hours on Saturday the crew rescued 133 people from three different boats. On board, three of them talked about their reasons for escape.
ALAN KURDI Saves 114 Lives
On Saturday noon our crew rescued over one hundred people and brought them to safety on board the ALAN KURDI. Meanwhile Sea-Eye has another big news to announce: The ALAN KURDI receives reinforcement!
Arrival in the operational area!
The ALAN KURDI has arrived in the Search and Rescue Zone. The crew is extremely concentrated, because the weather is bad and an emergency call can be received at any time.
On the way to the operational area
During the last days towards the operational area the crew prepares for the events on site. Kai reports about preparation trainings and what belongs to the routine on board.
Finally sailing!
Kai started the rescue mission with the ALAN KURDI. In his blog entries he will report about the events on the ALAN KURDI and his experiences.