Filming Survivor Greece, Koh Lanta The Greek reality TV show, Stavros Floros, a 21-year-old contestant, was seriously injured after being struck by a boat while spearfishing at sea during a break in filming in the Dominican Republic. The accident resulted in a partial amputation of his left leg and severe injuries to his right ankle.
The candidate was hit by a boat during a sea outing
The accident occurred on May 10th off the coast of Saona Island, a popular tourist area. The young contestant was in the water spearfishing when a boat failed to see him and struck him. He reportedly dove without a surface marker buoy in an area frequented by tourist boats. Upon impact, Stavros Floros was hit by the outboard motor's propeller. His lower limb injuries required emergency medical attention. His left leg was amputated below the knee, and his right ankle was also severely injured.
The young man is hospitalized in serious but stable condition.
Emergency services responded immediately to the scene. The candidate was urgently evacuated to a hospital in La Romana, on the southern coast of the Dominican Republic. His condition was described as serious but stable. His life is no longer believed to be in danger. Transfer to a specialized medical center in the United States has also been considered to ensure further treatment and rehabilitation.
The show has been suspended, and an investigation has been opened.
Following the accident, the broadcast of the thirteenth season of Survivor Greece The program has been interrupted. It is not expected to return to the air until the exact circumstances of the accident have been established.
A shock for the candidates and the production team
This tragedy has sparked widespread emotion surrounding the show. Filming, which was taking place in the Dominican Republic, was halted following the accident. The Greek channel SKAI TV, which broadcasts the program, expressed its support for the contestant and indicated that his medical care would remain a priority. Stavros Floros, presented as one of the participants in this new season, is now embarking on a long medical journey after an accident that abruptly ended his adventure.
