Passenger cruise ship finds freediver alive after ten hours adrift in Cadaqués
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A passenger cruise ship located a freediver who had been adrift for ten hours off the coast of Cadaqués, Spain.
- The freediver had gone diving with a companion, but strong sea currents prevented their return to the boat.
- Both divers were equipped with safety equipment, and the companion managed to stay afloat until rescue.
A remarkable rescue unfolded off the coast of Cadaqués, Spain, where a passenger cruise ship located a freediver who had been adrift for ten hours. The young woman had been diving with a companion when strong sea currents unexpectedly prevented them from returning to their vessel.
According to initial reports, the pair had embarked on a diving excursion when the challenging marine conditions made their return to the boat impossible. Fortunately, both divers were equipped with safety gear. While the woman was found adrift, her companion managed to stay afloat and await assistance until rescue arrived.
The cruise ship's crew responded promptly upon discovering the distressed diver. The successful location and subsequent rescue highlight the importance of safety equipment and the potential dangers posed by unpredictable sea currents. The incident underscores the risks involved in water sports, even for experienced individuals, and the critical role of swift response in emergency situations at sea.
Originally published by El País in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.