Two rescued at Colva beach
HERALD REPORTER
MARGAO, SEPT 13
Life guards rescued two visitors at the Colva beach on Sunday evening after they were pulled inside by strong undercurrents.
It is learnt that a three-member family consisting of Ibrahim, Nazima and another female member had entered the sea in a no swimming zone despite the beach being closed for swimming as per the government directives.
Duty lifeguard Faraday suddenly noticed that Ibrahim and Nazima were in distress and shouting for help. After swimming with a rescue tube, the duty lifeguard reached the spot and noticed that Ibrahim was being pulled by underwater current.
Both Ibrahim and Nazima were rescued and brought on shore by a patrol jeep.
Both the victims were later handed over to the 108 ambulance after they complained of giddiness.
