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Salvamento Marítimo Rescues Four Kayakers Off Cova Tallada

The operation underscores how strong coastal currents near the cliff-lined Cova Tallada can quickly endanger small craft, prompting public-safety warnings from maritime authorities.

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.