At Least 1 Dead in Greek Ferry Fire; 100s Remain Trapped

The Italian Coast Guard said at least one person has died while attempting to escape a burning car ferry off the Greek island of Corfu. Coast guard officials said they have recovered the body, which is being transported by Italian rescuers to Italy. Hundreds of passengers remain trapped on the vessel as Greek and Italian helicopters attempt to reach the stricken, Italian-flagged Norman Atlantic ferry in a rescue effort hampered by gale-force winds and high seas. A flotilla of nearby...

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