British tourists evacuate into sea during wildfire at Croatian resort

On September 15, 2026, a significant wildfire broke out near the Gava Waterman Milna Resort on the Croatian island of Brac, forcing British tourists to flee into the sea for safety. The incident caused widespread panic among guests, who later described the chaotic evacuation as resembling the Dunkirk operation. No injuries were reported, and the tourists were rescued by a makeshift fleet of approximately 50 small boats that arrived at the scene.

Displaced vacationers, including 26-year-old Josh Robbins and his fiancée Shelby A’Court, have raised serious allegations against the resort management. According to witnesses, staff initially instructed guests to return to their rooms and remain calm despite the approaching danger. Guests claim that when the situation escalated and flames began to surround the premises, hotel staff were nowhere to be found.

Authorities are currently managing the aftermath of the blaze, which has highlighted the persistent threat posed by wildfires in the region during the tourist season. While the immediate danger has been mitigated, the incident remains under scrutiny regarding the hotel's emergency response procedures and the lack of guidance provided to guests during the crisis.