During the day on August 8, members of the State Civil Protection Unit (UEPC) of the government of Colima rescued five people at Playa de Oro in Manzanillo.
The tourists experienced difficulties getting out of the sea after being pulled by rip currents. Authorities warned about the risks caused by the swell phenomenon along the Colima coast.
How Were the Five People Rescued at the Beaches of Manzanillo, Colima?
The most complex rescue operation took place at Playa de Oro, where a coordinated maneuver between UEPC personnel, Civil Protection officers and a volunteer emergency responder allowed four young people trapped in deep water to be brought safely to shore.
The people rescued included:
- A 24-year-old woman and a 22-year-old man, both from the state of Aguascalientes.
- Two young people, aged 27 and 24, from Guadalajara, Jalisco.
Hours before this joint operation, rescuers responded to an emergency call in Santiago Bay, where a 63-year-old man, originally from Jalisco, had difficulty returning to the shoreline on his own.
The five incidents reported coincided with the presence of the swell phenomenon along Mexico’s Pacific coast, a condition that produces high waves and strong rip currents.
The swell will remain active from August 7 through August 15, producing unpredictable water movements that can make swimming difficult, even for experienced swimmers.
What Are Civil Protection’s Recommendations for Visitors to the Beaches of Colima?
Due to the increased risk in beach areas, the UEPC urges residents and tourists to take additional precautions:
- Pay attention to warning signs: Identify the warning flag before entering the sea and avoid areas marked as dangerous.
- Follow lifeguards’ instructions: Immediately respect whistles and instructions given by lifeguards and emergency personnel along the coast.
- Avoid unnecessary risks: Do not enter the sea after consuming food or alcoholic beverages, and avoid swimming in isolated areas without supervision.
Source: telediario
