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Three migrants rescued off Alicante, five more missing
On Sep 3, a migrant boat with three men aboard was located by a merchant ship 31 nautical miles southeast of Alicante. The CCS Valencia of Salvamento Marítimo deployed the 'Salvamar Leo' to the position, which rescued them and transferred them to Alicante, where they were attended by the Cruz Roja. One of the castaways was referred to the hospital. The rescued individuals indicated that there were initially eight people on the boat.
16 migrants rescued off Alicante
On Aug 22, the ferry 'Romantika', sailing between Bejaia and Alicante, spotted a fiberglass boat 80 kilometres southeast of Alicante. It remained in the area until the arrival of the SAR boat 'Salvamar Leo', mobilized by the CCS Valencia. 16 people, among them ten men, four women, and two minors) of sub-Saharan origin have been rescued. They have been transferred to Alicante for medical assistance. Report with photo: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1958965283076333655
15 rescued migrants taken to Alicante
On Feb 8, 2025, the 'Protug 75' informed the MRCC of Salvamento Marítimo in Valencia that it had rescued 15 migrants. The 'Salvamar Leo' and the patrol boat 'Rio Ladra' of the Guardia Civil' were mobilized to the scene. The ships rendezvoused 20 kilometers from the coast where the 15 people were transferred onto the SAR boat in apparent good condition. They were taken to Alicante where they disembarked. Report with photo: https://x.com/salvamentogob/status/1888224317218914525
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