Date Published: 03/09/2025
Lorca lifeguards deliver safe summer despite unpredictable seas and shark sighting
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Eighty-three successful interventions highlight teamwork amid challenging beach conditions
This summer’s rescue and surveillance plan on
Lorca’s beaches wrapped up with a total of 83 lifeguard interventions between Saturday June 21 and Saturday August 31, according to the latest review by Mayor Fulgencio Gil. That’s 19 fewer rescues compared to last year, even though beachgoers faced notably unstable sea conditions and a dramatic moment when a blue shark appeared near Calnegre cove, causing swimming to be banned for one day.
Of the 83 incidents, most took place at Puntas de Calnegre, which saw 64 callouts, while the Coy river beach recorded 19. The 15-member rescue squad; equipped with two all-terrain vehicles, a quad bike, an ambulance, two boats and a jet ski, provided dynamic coverage along the coastline between Águilas and Mazarrón.
Mayor Gil noted that the red flag was raised on eight separate days this summer, flagging dangerous conditions and, in one case, the blue shark sighting off Calnegre Cove. There were 18 days marked by the yellow flag, warning swimmers to be cautious in the water.
Breaking down the cases: 64 assists came in across the beaches, including four for people needing rescue from the water, 14 due to marine animal stings, and 15 wound treatments. Sixteen instances involved social assistance – with bathing support for disabled beachgoers using amphibious chairs. Three rescues involved boats, and there was one incident of a vehicle needing help after getting stuck in the sand. Lifeguards also responded to two health emergencies on beach bar terraces, dealing with heat exhaustion and an epileptic seizure.
Three people required ambulance transport to a health centre, all provided by the Murcian Health Service assigned to the beach rescue team for July and August. At Coy river beach, lifeguards stepped in to treat six wasp stings and 13 minor wounds.
High occupancy on the beaches meant lifeguards and support staff were working flat out, and the mayor expressed regret over the death of a diver outside staffed hours, urging everyone to “always visit beaches with lifeguards.” He praised the summer operation, calling the municipal Emergency Service team’s work
“professionalism, commitment, and dedication to citizens and visitors.”
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Av. Cartagena, 21, 30710 Los Alcazares, Murcia, Spain
Tel: +34 868 084 475
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Curry’s is an Indian restaurant in Murcia’s Los Alcázares that serves up authentic, homemade food from Nepal and India.
Formerly known as the Restaurante Tataki, Curry’s Restaurant is a fully refurbished and improved version of the popular restaurant that came before it.
Located on Avenida Cartagena, 21 in Los Narejos, Curry’s is open for lunch from 2pm every day of the week, with a buffet every Sunday lunchtime with vegetarian and vegan options for just 12.95 euros, and they are open for dinner every day of the week too.
The Curry’s buffet offers a wide range of Asian cuisine and includes poppadoms with a selection of delicious accompaniments, all of your favourite starters, many popular curries, rice, naan breads, and even comes with a dessert.
Their famous Sunday buffet is available from 2pm until 4.30pm, after which the fabulous A La Carte menu begins.
The restaurant achieved Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice 2024 status for their excellent quality of service and wide range of dishes to suit all dietary needs.
Lots of their dishes are firm favourites among their many repeat customers, including chef’s specials like the Chicken Tikka Laziz, Methi Chicken and the Mustang Lamb.
They also have a ‘Menú del Día’ set menu with a choice of starters, main courses and desserts – including vegetarian options – served Monday to Saturday from just 12.95 euros.
They can also do food to takeaway and give free delivery on orders of at least 40 euros up to 5km away.
Live entertainment at Curry’s Restaurant
Curry’s also run regular entertainment evenings with live music, comedy, shows and other exciting events, turning a good meal into a great experience. Check out their Facebook page for all the upcoming events, which are often accompanied by a buffet or special meal deal.
Curry’s opening times
- Monday-Sunday: 2pm to 11.30pm
To book call +34 868 084 475 or WhatsApp +34 632 558 659.
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