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One Dead After Rescue of Cayuco Off La Gomera, Definitive Count Puts Total at 143

The final tally diverged from early at-sea estimates following triage and intake at the island port.

Overview

  • A 112 spokesperson reported 143 people aboard after a dockside recount in San Sebastián de La Gomera, with 135 men, eight women and 72 possible minors.
  • Six survivors were hospitalized for hypothermia, including three adolescents aged 16 and 17, while one person was confirmed dead on arrival.
  • The cayuco was located roughly 14 nautical miles, about 26 kilometers, south of La Gomera before being escorted to port.
  • Rescue operations involved Salvamar Mizar from Salvamento Marítimo, the Guardia Civil vessel Río Tajo and the Helimer 201 helicopter.
  • Initial at-sea estimates of around 170 occupants were revised downward after disembarkation as authorities completed identification and medical screening.