Sponsored By

Search ends for bodies in submerged areas of Concordia

Italian authorities have called off the search for bodies in the submerged areas of Costa Concordia, Reuters reports. The news service said officials deemed conditions are no longer safe for divers.

Anne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

January 31, 2012

1 Min Read
Credit: Seatrade Cruise News

Reuters said the search in other sections of the ship and in waters around the vessel will continue.

Seventeen bodies have been recovered since Costa Concordia capsized off Giglio island on Jan. 13. Fifteen people are still missing.

About the Author

Anne Kalosh

Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

Anne Kalosh covers global stories, reporting both breaking and in-depth news on cruising's significant people, places, ships and trends. A sought-after expert on cruising, she has moderated conferences around the world, including the high-profile State of the Industry panel at Seatrade Cruise Global. She created and led the acclaimed itinerary-planning case study for Seatrade's cruise master classes held at Cambridge and Oxford universities. She has been the cruise columnist for AFAR.com, and her freelance stories have appeared in a wide range of publications, from The New York Times to The Miami Herald.

The latest cruise news, analysis and more straight to your inbox
Get the free newsletter read by industry experts

You May Also Like