Overview

• The 85-year-old Italian tourist received rapid first aid on scene before being transferred to Clínica Rotger, where her condition is now stable.
• Lifeguards hoisted a red flag at Balneario 6, evacuated all swimmers and conducted sea patrols for nearly two hours before reinstating green and yellow warning flags.
• Rescue teams reported no sightings of sharks, rays or other large marine predators during the search operation.
• Officials from the Dirección General de Pesca del Govern suspect a triggerfish based on the wound’s characteristics, while biodiversity experts highlight bluefish as a possible attacker.
• Beach authorities have reinforced lifeguard coverage and perimeter surveillance following early-season drowning incidents to ensure swimmer safety.