San Sebastián is counting the rising cost of ocean rescues. Now it plans to charge anyone found to be negligent or recklessIt was still dark in the northern Spanish city of San Sebastián when the two men - one Spanish, the other Brazilian - were struck with the idea of going for a swim. They raced into the frigid, lapping waters of the city's Playa de La Concha, capping off a night of hard partying.Their troubles started soon after. The currents in the Bay of Biscay were strong, pulling them deeper into the 13C (55F) waters. A police officer spotted them struggling, and set in motion a rescue that brought more than 20 first responders to the scene. Continue reading...
In the drink after a drink? Spanish city to charge for emergency rescues at sea
28. června 2022 7:45
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Zdroj: The Guardian