Emergency medical teams responded to a maritime incident on Monday after a boat at Calpe’s port suffered an explosion, resulting in multiple injuries. Civil Guard sources confirmed to this publication that seven people were treated for injuries by 112 Valencian Community responders, with all patients reported to have non-life-threatening conditions.
In total, nine individuals were aboard the vessel at the time of the blast, including several minors. Initial reports indicated minor injuries for most, with some accounts noting four people with minor burns and two others with contusions. Medical triage at the scene suggested the injuries were generally mild, with no critical conditions initially identified. This information comes from Civil Guard and emergency services briefings provided to this newspaper (Civil Guard sources, 112 Valencian Community communications).
Per the emergency management update, five people were transported to Calp health center, while four were taken to Dénia hospital for further assessment and monitoring. The first medical assessments corroborated the initial impression of mild burns among the wounded, with continued observation at both receiving facilities as needed (emergency services report).
The incident occurred shortly after the vessel had departed Calpe’s port to refuel, when the engine ignition apparently sparked a flare or ignition event. Investigators from maritime safety authorities were expected to review fuel handling procedures and engine starting sequences to determine the exact cause and any contributing factors. While authorities have not indicated a fire on the boat itself, emergency responders acted rapidly to stabilize and transport the injured to care facilities (Maritime safety briefings, Civil Guard updates).
Where the incident occurred in Calpe, details and scene analysis were conducted by on-scene teams. The Calpe City Council’s lifeguards and their coordinator arrived promptly, providing initial care and coordinating with ambulance services. The on-site response featured a coordination of ambulances and rapid assessment teams to minimize the time to treatment for the injured (local emergency coordination reports).
Rescue coordination centers reported that CICU mobilized an ambulance with a SAMU unit and another Basic Life Support unit to support the casualties. Lifeguards and beach service personnel were among the first on the ground, working with medical teams to establish a safety perimeter and ensure that critical care was delivered quickly. The incident prompted a swift, organized response from local emergency services, underscoring the importance of coordinated maritime safety and medical readiness in coastal communities (CICU and local response briefings).
Officials stated that there was no active fire on the vessel at the time of the explosion, which helped reduce immediate risk and allowed responders to focus on medical stabilization and transport. The absence of a blaze also limited additional hazards, enabling faster access to injured individuals and a cleaner assessment of the scene for crew and emergency personnel alike (Civil Guard statements).