Due to the strong waves, those responsible for the operation decided that the rescue should be carried out by air. Once the swimmer had been located, a winch was used to rescue him. The man was rushed to the Son Espases hospital. At the same time, at 15:37 hours, it was again reported via 112 that, about 200 metres from the coast in the waters of Can Pere Antoni, Palma’s closets beach, and outside the defined bathing area, another swimmer was unable to continue swimming and at serious risk of drowning.
Helimer 221’ quickly came to his aid, rescued him and flew him to the Son Espases hospital.
One Bulletin reader who witnessed and filmed the scene not far from Portixol said: “If life on the island wasn’t dramatic enough, our intrepid Coast Guard heroes this afternoon staged a rescue outside the harbour at Portixol plucking two swimmers from the rough seas - a clear demonstration the Balearic rescue services are always ready for action at all time.”
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Well done Helimer 221. What an excellent rescue. The Helicopter is a brilliant useful Aircraft. It's use is phenomenal in numerous situations