SEMAR rescues 36 people on El Chileno beach after high waves

Due to adverse weather conditions, personnel from the Second Naval Zone of Los Cabos rescued 36 passengers from a tourist boat near El Chileno beach, in Cabo San Lucas

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The Mexican Navy reported that naval personnel rescued and assisted 36 people who were traveling aboard a tourist boat near El Chileno beach, in Cabo San Lucas.

According to the information report, on Saturday, June 15, the Second Naval Zone received an emergency call from the Catamaran-type vessel named “Cabo Rey,” requesting the support of naval personnel due to adverse weather conditions that occurred while passengers were carrying out recreational activities at sea.

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As a result, a Defender-type vessel was deployed with personnel from the Los Cabos Naval Search, Rescue and Maritime Surveillance Station (ENSAR), who upon arriving at El Chileno beach, found that the people were near an area of ​​cliffs.

Naval personnel assisted the 36 people of Mexican and foreign nationality, who were led to board the rescue boat without any injuries.

According to the National Meteorological Service (SMN), wind gusts of 40 to 60 km/h and high waves are expected in Baja California Sur, so bathers are advised to follow the instructions of Civil Protection and lifeguards, and take precautions regarding the colors of the flag on the beaches, which indicate the sea conditions.

Source: tribunademexico