Salvamento Marítimo rescues 677 migrants near the Canary Islands
Written by on 6 June 2024
The Coast Guard has rescued six hundred and seventy-seven migrants in waters near the Canary Islands.
Rescues from six boats and a rubber dinghy occurred on Tuesday and Wednesday, involving individuals of Sub-Saharan origin including minors, women, and individuals with serious medical conditions.
The rescued were brought to ports on multiple islands for assistance with some requiring airlifting to hospital for emergency treatment.
The rescues come as it was confirmed that over 6,000 have died trying to cross to the islands.
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