Overview

• During routine fishing inspections off Santoña, the Guardia Civil’s Maritime Service responded to a distress call after a woman swimming with friends was swept away by a strong current near Faro del Caballo.
• The rescue team navigated a rocky area beneath Monte Buciero’s cliffs, using ropes and flotation devices to reach the woman trapped against jagged rocks.
• Rescuers faced additional challenges as the woman was in a state of shock, which complicated securing her for the return to shore.
• Faro del Caballo stands at the entrance to the bay of Santoña and is accessible only by a 763-step staircase carved into coastal cliffs, making emergency response difficult.
• Authorities reminded swimmers of the hazards posed by powerful currents and rugged terrain in the region, urging caution near the bay’s shoreline.