The captain reportedly failed to notify maritime authorities immediately after the grounding. Contact was only made by the Coast Guard’s Search and Rescue Coordination Center after repeated attempts—approximately one hour after the incident occurred

A ferry carrying over 100 people ran aground near southern Evia, prompting an emergency evacuation. Authorities are now investigating why the captain failed to report the incident to the coast guard.

The ferry boat, Panaghia Paravouniotissa, was carrying 105 passengers and nine crewmembers to the small Aghia Marina harbor on the mainland

In a heartbreaking yet heroic gesture, the parents of the 14-year-old — who had jumped into the river in a brave attempt to save his younger friend — agreed to donate his organs.

Intensive efforts by first responders, physicians kept the two boys alive; they remain in critical condition