In Kalamata, where the survivors of the wreck off the coast of Pylos have been transported, the UNHCR team is also present, helping the authorities, agencies and local groups, rescuers and volunteers until the transfer of these people is completed. under the coordination of the Ministry of Immigration and Asylum.

“We provided basic necessities, as well as personal hygiene items. At the request of the police authorities, our Arabic-speaking colleague helps the work of the disaster identification team in its communication with the survivors. We are ready to provide further support in the difficult times that continue”, says Stella Nanou, communications officer of the UNHCR, to APE-MBE.

UNHCR team members had the opportunity to speak with some of the rescued. “The people who survived this terrible tragedy are still in a bad psychological state, and they are very anxious to contact their own people and let them know that they are okay. Some are looking for their friends and relatives with whom they traveled”, concludes Stella Nanou.