Woman in serious condition after near-drowning incident in Caleta de Fuste
On October 4, 2024, at approximately 5:17 p.m., an emergency occurred at La Guirra Beach in Caleta de Fuste, in the municipality of Antigua, Fuerteventura. A 59-year-old woman was found showing severe signs of drowning after being pulled from the water.
The Canary Islands Emergency Services (CECOES 1-1-2) immediately received an alert and activated the necessary emergency resources. The Canary Emergency Service (SUC) dispatched a medicalized ambulance to the scene.
Upon arrival, SUC personnel assessed and treated the woman, who had already received initial care from a doctor who happened to be at the beach. After stabilizing her, she was transported in serious condition to Fuerteventura's General Hospital Virgen de la Peña for further medical attention.
This incident underscores the prompt response of both the bystander and emergency services, which was crucial in managing this life-threatening situation. The woman remains under medical care as of the latest reports.
