Boat with 56 immigrants rescued off the coast of Lanzarote

47 men, 7 women, and 2 children were traveling in the boat.

EFE

September 24 2022 (09:15 WEST)
Updated in September 25 2022 (08:37 WEST)
Maritime Rescue arriving at the Commercial Dock of Arrecife | Photo: José Luis Carrasco
Maritime Rescue arriving at the Commercial Dock of Arrecife | Photo: José Luis Carrasco

A dinghy with 56 immigrants was rescued late this Friday on the coast of Lanzarote, according to emergency services.

The boat arrived around 7:00 p.m. at the Arrecife Commercial pier, after being located near the island. 47 men, 7 women, and 2 children were traveling in the boat.

Red Cross personnel attended to the immigrants after the Civil Guard alerted them of their arrival, and although they were generally in good condition, some needed medical assistance. 

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