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Jetty sinks Immigrant rescue
ON Wednesday morning August 9, the entrance jetty of the Club Náutico Mar Menor de Los Alcázares made headlines as it unexpectedly sank into the waters of the Mar Menor without causing any injuries. The manager of the Club Náutico Mar Menor, Manuel Díaz, stated that the collapse was not ‘an extraordinary occurrence’ and attributed it to the ‘relentless corrosion brought about by the sea’s natural forces.’
Díaz reassured the concerned parties that steps were already being taken to rectify the situation. He stated that a construction company had been promptly dispatched to initiate the necessary repairs to the jetty. According to him, this type of event, while concerning, is a relatively common consequence of the corrosive nature of the sea over time.
The Club Náutico Mar Menor, with its origins dating back to the late 1950s, has weathered multiple expansions and refurbishments throughout its history. Currently boasting 282 moorings, the club remains a significant fixture in the maritime landscape of Los Alcázares.
Bathers saved
THREE bathers faced a perilous situation at Matalentisco Beach, Águilas. Lifeguards from SALVAD swiftly rescued them from the sea. Among them, a man who ingested water received treatment, but declined hospitalisation. SEMPC and Local Police supported the rescue efforts alongside UME8. Additional help arrived via the Calarreona boat.
IN a predawn operation that exemplified courage and compassion, a boat carrying around 20 immigrants reached the Murcia coast, specifically landing at Cala del Mijo in Águilas.
The Red Cross Águilas promptly responded, providing aid and comfort to the group, including two women and a child accompanied by a parent. All individuals, of Algerian origin, arrived in stable health.
This event underscores the dangerous journey im
YOUR EWN HAS migrants undertake, braving the dangers of the Mediterranean to escape adversity in their homeland.
The Red Cross Águilas’ swift humanitarian response demonstrates the significance of such organisations in ensuring the safety and well being of migrants. The passengers’ varied profiles reveal the complexity of their stories and underline the importance of addressing the unique needs of families
IN July, the Region of Murcia experienced a sharp rise in inflation, reaching 2.6 pr cent, largely attributed to surging food prices.
STORIES IN THIS WEEK’S EDITION and individuals alike.
In this challenging journey toward a new beginning, the solidarity shown by the local community and aid organisations offers a glimmer of hope and a reminder of the strength of the human spirit.
