Four Czech anglers confirmed dead, three missing after fishing trip off Averøy

Four Czech fishing tourists on a trip near Averøy have been confirmed dead, and three more are still missing and presumed dead after failing to return as scheduled. The rental vessel was discovered intact by the Coast Guard and has been seized for examination, with the Accident Investigation Board now involved. The incident occurred despite the operators providing mandatory safety introductions, GPS tracking, and daily weather updates to all guests.

The business, run by Uebe and Andrea Glier, emphasizes extra training for inexperienced guests and the ability to accompany them on the water. This tragedy follows previous fatalities involving fishing tourists in the region, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in the local waters.