Early Thursday morning, a new small boat carrying fifteen people was rescued about fifty miles off the shores of Alicante, according to Red Cross sources. This marks the second vessel to reach the Alicante province after a long wait of a day. The operation unfolded in the first light of dawn as responders coordinated a careful evacuation and medical check before onward transport to safety.
At approximately 6:30 in the morning, a sighting was made about fifty miles from the coast of Alicante, near a fishing vessel that carried fourteen people. On board the rescued vessel were fourteen men and one woman, believed to be Algerian nationals. The rescue operation was conducted by the Sea Rescue Salvamar Leo under the supervision of the Sásemar organization, which conveyed the migrants to the Port of Alicante. A Red Cross response device was activated to support medical care and accommodation for the newcomers as needed. The boat reached the port of Alicante around ten o’clock in the morning, where responders continued to coordinate care and family notifications as appropriate.
The situation was documented as part of a broader humanitarian response, with Red Cross teams on standby to provide medical assessments and ensure basic health provisions. The initial health checks indicated that the passengers appeared to be in good health, though ongoing monitoring and testing would be standard procedure to rule out any latent health issues. The Red Cross is coordinating with local authorities to ensure timely assessments and any necessary follow-up care.
Information about the rescue and ongoing efforts is recorded by the sheltering services at the port and is intended to support safe reunification with families and secure temporary accommodations as required. Authorities emphasize that relief workers remain vigilant for signs of fatigue, dehydration, or distress and will arrange medical attention if any concerns arise. The immediate priority is the welfare and safety of everyone on board, followed by safe transport to appropriate facilities for continued care as needed.
The image accompanying the report shows the service device used for immigrant intervention at the Alicante port, representing the coordinated action of multiple agencies involved in the response. This material, attributed to the rescue operation, provides a snapshot of the day’s work and serves as a visual record for ongoing humanitarian efforts. (Red Cross)
The Red Cross is currently awaiting comprehensive medical reports on each migrant to confirm their condition and any follow-up needs, while officials note that the majority appear to be in good health and ready for further processing. Responsible agencies are coordinating with local health centers to ensure rapid access to medical services and social support where necessary.
Background
This rescue joins another boat that was sighted earlier as it traveled together with a group of thirteen Algerian migrants along the same route, roughly five miles from the Sierra Helada in Benidorm. In total, two additional boats were encountered over the weekend, bringing the number of Algerian migrants reaching the province to twenty-eight between Saturday and Sunday. In one of the vessels, three women and five children were aboard, including two newborns. When the sightings occurred, the Civil Guard transported the occupants of both boats to the Port of Alicante for treatment and further assistance by Red Cross personnel. The broader effort highlights ongoing migration patterns along this stretch of the coast and the sustained response from rescue and humanitarian services. (Red Cross)