Tragic accident at Kotka boat race claims a life
A serious accident occurred on Saturday afternoon during the Power Boat Race 2026 held in Kotka. One person died in a collision that took place during the race.
The accident happened at approximately 4:20 p.m. According to eyewitnesses and authorities, the situation began when one of the boats participating in the race collided with another boat from behind. The force of the impact was significant, leading to serious consequences.
The rescue department and emergency medical services arrived at the scene quickly after the accident. Although help was nearby, it was not possible to save the life of one of the competitors. No further information has been provided yet regarding other possible injuries or the specific causes of the accident.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the events. Due to the accident, the continuation of the race was immediately suspended. The event has sparked widespread grief and discussion about the safety of powerboat racing in Finland.