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Monaco powerboat accident on Sunday 26 May 2024

Always wear a kill switch when the engines of a powerboat are running.

Footage of a powerboat accident, during the Monaco GP, has gone viral on social media.

The vessel was seen smashing into two other vessels before coming to a standstill after mounting a docking jetty at the iconic Port Hercule harbour, Monaco.

According to reports, the accident happened when the skipper of a water ferry may have fallen overboard while the motors were at full throttle ahead.

No injuries were reported, and reportedly a bystander climbed aboard the vessel and pulled the kill switches to stop the engines, which were still at full power ahead as the vessel came to a standstill on top of the dock.

Wearing a well-maintained kill switch which is regularly tested is crucial in preventing incidents like this.

Here is a link to the video https://www.youtube.com/watch?...

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