Two men were found in the water near Praia do Pintadinho, a beach near Portimão in the Algarve region of Portugal. One of the men, a British national, was discovered unconscious in the water. He was 58 years old, and two lifeguards attempted to perform CPR on him before emergency services arrived. Portugal's National Maritime Authority stated that its psychology office was in contact with the victim's family to provide support. The incident is not being treated as suspicious.
Another man, of Irish nationality, was declared dead after drowning in the water nearby off the Prainha beach in Alvor. The maritime authority was alerted to a man being in distress at 10:39 a.m. on Saturday. By the time emergency services arrived on the scene, locals had already recovered the 64-year-old's body from the sea. Lifeguards attempted to resuscitate the man but he was later declared dead, with a death certificate issued by a doctor from Portugal's National Medical Institute. His body was removed with the help of fire crews, due to the difficulty accessing the beach, and transferred to a local forensic office.
The National Maritime Authority confirmed that the family of the Irish national is also receiving support from specialist psychologists. Both incidents highlight the importance of lifeguards and emergency services in coastal areas, where drowning remains a significant risk. Authorities have emphasized the need for swimmers to be cautious and follow safety guidelines when near the water.
The Algarve region is a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful beaches and clear waters. However, the area also experiences strong currents and unpredictable weather conditions, which can pose risks to swimmers. Local authorities regularly remind visitors to be aware of these dangers and to swim only in designated areas where lifeguards are present.
Two men found unconscious in Portuguese waters; one confirmed dead
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- 🇬🇧Metro UK



