Overview
- Regional emergency services alerted Salvamento Marítimo after two kayaks were carried seaward by a strong current near Cova Tallada.
- The rescue vessel Salvamar Fénix reached the scene, recovered two adults and two minors from the water, and transferred them to Xàbia.
- The Guardia Civil published video footage showing its approach to the stranded kayakers during the response.
- Salvamento Marítimo reported the four people were put to safety in apparent good condition and issued a message urging prudence for recreational sea users.
- Cova Tallada is a popular cliff-lined area where currents and local geography make small craft vulnerable, and authorities regularly use rescues like this to warn visitors to check conditions before going out.