CALANGUTE: Two domestic tourists from Rajasthan and Karnataka were rescued from drowning off beaches over the weekend.
A 28-year-old tourist from Rajasthan was saved from drowning by lifeguards at Baga beach, Calangute. The lifesavers informed that the tourist was having difficulty breathing while he was in the sea. On-duty lifesavers rushed into the water using a rescue tube and brought the man back to shore. He was later administered CPR which brought his vitals back to normal and was subsequently rushed to the Candolim Health Centre where he was given further treatment.
Meanwhile, at Varca beach, a 28-year-old man from Mangalore fainted shortly after exiting the sea. Lifesavers quickly assessed the situation, ensuring the victim’s airway was clear and providing him with oxygen. The individual recovered and after monitoring his condition, lifesavers safely transported him to a nearby medical facility.
In another incident, a 19-year-old male resident from Bengaluru found himself in deep waters and was struggling to swim off Morjim beach. Two members of the public, a foreigner and a local, rushed to the young man’s aid. Lifesavers witnessed the commotion in the water and reacted quickly with the help of a rescue tube and surfboard.
After the rescue, the person was administered first-aid, including clearing the victim’s airway and providing oxygen, before lifesavers handed him over to emergency services for further medical attention.
Meanwhile, at Colva beach, lifesavers witnessed suspicious activity involving a man attempting to steal a beachgoer’s belongings. The lifesavers quickly rushed to the location with the help of a jeep to thwart the attempted theft. He was later handed over to the police for further questioning.
