A man has died this Saturday after being rescued from a hotel pool in Esquinzo, Pájara, in cardiac arrest. The lifeguard initiated resuscitation efforts, but emergency services were unable to save his life.
A tourist lost his life this Saturday in the pool of a hotel in the Esquinzo area of the municipality of Pájara. The incident occurred around 1:00 PM, when the establishment's lifeguard pulled a man from the water showing signs of drowning and in cardiac arrest.
The Emergency and Security Coordinating Centre (CECOES) 1-1-2 received the alert, and while medical resources were on their way, the lifeguard began cardiopulmonary resuscitation following the instructions of the Canary Islands Emergency Service (SUC) personnel.
Resuscitation unsuccessful
A medical ambulance and a basic life support ambulance from the SUC, as well as members of the Civil Guard and the Local Police of Pájara, were dispatched to the scene. The medical staff continued with advanced resuscitation, but ultimately could only confirm the victim's death.
The authorities have opened proceedings to clarify the circumstances of the drowning. Although no further details about the victim's identity have been revealed, it is believed to be a tourist staying at the hotel.
A recurring problem in the Islands
This new death once again highlights drownings in the Canary Islands, one of the leading causes of accidental death in the Archipelago. According to data from the Association for the Prevention of Drownings, there have already been several fatalities this year in the Islands' beaches and pools.
For the residents of Pájara and tourists visiting Fuerteventura, the message is clear: increase vigilance in the water, even in facilities with lifeguards. Drowning can occur in seconds, and constant supervision is key, especially with children and individuals with health issues.
Aquatic safety experts insist that, although hotels have lifeguard services, the ultimate responsibility lies with each swimmer. However, they note that the lifeguard's quick intervention in this case was exemplary, although it could not prevent the outcome.
The Civil Guard has taken charge of the investigation, and more details about the causes of the drowning are expected to emerge in the coming days. Meanwhile, the Pájara City Council has expressed its condolences to the family of the deceased.
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