Two pleasure boats collided in the bay of Mandelieu-la-Napoule, a coastal town in the Alpes-Maritimes department of southeastern France, on Sunday, September 13, shortly before 10 a.m. According to local news outlet BFM Nice Côte d'Azur, the incident was reported by emergency services. A 31-year-old man was found unconscious in the water after the collision and was quickly recovered by witnesses. He was then transported to the hospital via helicopter by Dragon 06, a regional air rescue service, and evacuated to the CHU Pasteur 2, a local medical center. The emergency response involved a significant deployment of resources. Fifteen firefighters were mobilized, along with aerial, nautical, and ground units to assist in the rescue and recovery efforts. The operation was conducted in collaboration with the SNSM (Société Nationale de Sauvetage en Mer), a French maritime rescue organization, and the CROSS Med, a European maritime rescue coordination center. These groups work together to ensure swift and effective responses to maritime emergencies across the Mediterranean. Emergency services emphasized the importance of safety measures for all boaters. They reminded people to maintain constant vigilance while navigating, keep safe distances from other vessels, and adjust their speed according to conditions. Each passenger on a boat should be equipped with a properly fitted life jacket, which can be crucial in preventing injuries or fatalities in the event of an accident. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers of recreational boating and the importance of following safety guidelines. For those in need of assistance, emergency services can be contacted at 196 or 112, the European emergency number.