Title: Car Tire Collapse Injures Two on Eckerö Line Ferry
Grisslehamn, Sweden – In a sudden turn of events, a car tire collapsed while being loaded onto an Eckerö Line ferry, resulting in injuries to two individuals. The incident occurred at the Grisslehamn port, where the ferry was preparing to depart with 592 passengers and 135 cars on board.
According to eyewitnesses, as the cars were being loaded onto the ferry, one of the car tire shelves malfunctioned, causing it to topple and strike a car in motion. The force of the impact resulted in injuries to both occupants of the car. The identity of the injured individuals has not been disclosed, but it is reported that they are a man and a woman.
Eckerö Line spokesperson, Karlsson, stated that the injured individuals should have been conscious and reachable at the time. Emergency medical services were immediately called, and the injured parties were rushed to the hospital via an ambulance helicopter. The extent of their injuries is currently unknown.
In light of the incident, the Eckerö Line ferry will remain docked in Grisslehamn until a thorough investigation is conducted to determine the cause of the car tire collapse. Karlsson emphasized that maintenance and safety protocols are the top priority for the Eckerö Line. However, he acknowledged that it is challenging to pinpoint the exact cause of the incident at this time.
The Eckerö Line is the sole provider of ferry services between Åland and Grisslehamn, and the incident has caused disruptions to travel plans for many passengers.
Passengers and authorities are eagerly awaiting the results of the investigation to shed light on the exact cause of the car tire collapse. The Eckerö Line assures the public that measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future, ensuring the safety of all passengers and vehicles on board.
For further updates on this developing story, please visit the Eckerö Line website or contact their customer service directly.