Near-Drowning Rescues Highlight Galicia's Lifeguard Shortage

Galician Beaches See Near-Drowning Incidents Amidst Lifeguard Shortage High temperatures and the absence of lifeguards on Galician beaches led to a weekend rescue operation. Two individuals, a man and a woman, were found near-drowning in Cangas, prompting emergency services to intervene. The incident occurred just 25 minutes apart, highlighting the risks of unsupervised swimming during peak season. Both individuals were airlifted to a Vigo hospital. "The high temperatures certainly invite people to swim," stated a news anchor, "but we must insist on the need to be very prudent." The lack of lifeguard services until July raises concerns about beach safety, particularly with temperatures expected to reach 36 degrees Celsius in Pontevedra this week. The event underscores the importance of caution and preparedness when swimming on beaches without readily available lifeguards.