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Jet blast trend risks serious injury
Tourists risk serious injury by standing under plane engines at airports.
In brief
Tourists risk serious injury by standing under plane engines at airports. Tourists standing under jet engines risk serious injury from powerful air streams. Originally reported by Dailymail.
Jet blast trend
Tourists risk serious injury by standing under plane engines at airports.
Injuries at Skiathos
Two tourists were injured in August after watching planes take off at Skiathos International Airport.
Skiathos airport
Skiathos has one of Europe's shortest runways and is popular for plane watching.
Mayor's stance
Skiathos mayor says tourists' right to take photos is not dangerous.
Safety warnings
Skiathoslandings.com warns tourists to stay clear of jet blast during take-offs.
Jet blast definition
Jet blast is the intense air stream from jet engines during take-off.
Safety risks
Jet blast can cause serious damage to people and structures.
Social media footage
TikTok videos show tourists stumbling and clothing flapping in jet blast.
Recent incidents
Tourists were sent flying into the sea after jet blast incidents.
Safety protocols
Airports have protocols and road markings to designate safe areas.
Risk awareness
Tourists ignoring signs bear responsibility for injury.
Jet blast dangers
Jet blast can cause serious injury or death.
Airport safety
Designated safety zones are needed to prevent injuries.
Tourist warnings
Tourists warned to avoid standing behind planes during take-offs.
Jet blast incidents
Tourists were blown into the sea after attempting to capture plane shots.
Safety measures
Airports need clear communication protocols for safety.
What to remember
Tourists standing under jet engines risk serious injury from powerful air streams.
