AFM, CPD in rescue operation to pull out canoeists, Red Cross volunteers trapped in cave

Members of the Armed Forces of Malta and the Civil Protection Department jointly rescued four persons who got trapped in a cave in the vicinity of l-Ahrax tal-Mellieha.

CPD deputy director Emanuel Psaila told MaltaToday that no one was seriously injured and all four persons were airlifted by the AFM after CPD members went in with their dinghies.

The incident happened earlier this afternoon when two canoeists got trapped inside a cave at the Coral Lagoon. Two Red Cross volunteers were dispatched on jet skis who, due to the strong currents, got trapped as well.

The assistance of the CPD and AFM was subsequently requested. A Red Cross ambulance was also on site.

Psaila confirmed that no serious injuries were reported.