Natasha Kaplinsky’s daughter has suffered severe burns after their family boat exploded.
The 45-year-old newsreader was injured in the blast during a holiday in Corfu last Friday (15.06.18), but eight-year-old Angelica was so badly hurt, she had to be flown back to the UK for treatment.
The pair and another relative were rescued by fishermen, who helped put out the fire and towed them back to shore.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "The girl suffered serious burns. Ms Kaplinsky and a man, thought to be the girl’s grandad, suffered lighter wounds.
"At first the girl was rushed to hospital in Corfu Town with burns to her face and hands.
"Her mother and grandfather were treated at a private clinic. It was then decided to fly them home."
It is believed Angelica is still being treated in a British hospital, but her condition is not life threatening.
Authorities are now investigating why the Plumbago Go – which is owned by Natasha and her husband Justin Bower – exploded.
It is thought the damage to the vessel is only superficial.
The source said: "The explosion caused about £350 worth of damage.
"They had obviously not been taking care of the boat as a service should have prevented the problems.
"A petrol leak caused the engine to break down and triggered the blast."
Corfu Port Authority confirmed: "Three people were injured after a fire on a boat.
"The vessel suffered a mechanical failure which caused a fire in the engine room, which was immediately extinguished by the people on the boat."
A spokesperson for the former ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ champion – who also has nine-year-old son Arlo with Justin – said the family are making a "good recovery".
The representative said: "Natasha and her family were involved in an accident in Corfu.
"They came home early to receive treatment and are making a good recovery at home."
Natasha Kaplinsky’s daughter burned in boat blast
