More than 100 people leap from blazing boat as fire engulfs children’s tour

Emily Bashforth | Live News reporter Published August 13, 2026 5:15pm Updated August 13, 2026 5:15pm More than 100 passengers had to flee a burning ship mid-tour (Picture: Demiroren News Agency/AFP via Getty Images) Families were forced to abandon a ship in Turkey after flames engulfed their children’s tour. More than 100 people were aboard the vessel named Imparator, which began burning in the Fethiye district of Mugla, southwestern Turkey. The seaside resort outing is particularly popular with British tourists and promises youngsters an ‘unforgettable adventure’ with meals, children’s games, and entertainment. It hosts tours daily, exploring coastal bays and coves. As the massive fire erupted, passengers leapt into the sea, with Coast Guard teams and nearby civilian boats and private ves