Formentera has concluded the lifeguard season 2025 without recording any drowning fatalities and with an overall decrease in incidents, according to the official balance of the Rescue and Lifeguard Service. During this period, 723 medical assistances were attended, 58 aquatic interventions were performed and 561 preventive actions were carried out, figures that represent a decrease compared to the previous year.
Compared to 2024, health care assistance decreased by 52.5% (from 1,523 to 723), preventive actions decreased by 64.3% (from 1,572 to 561) and aquatic interventions decreased by 20.5% (from 73 to 58).
The state of the beaches
The beach of es Arenals concentrated most of the interventions, while in Levante there were no rescues. The service also maintained its commitment to accessibility, with 44 assistances to people with reduced mobility, thus ensuring equal access to bathing areas.
As for the sea conditions, the campaign was marked by a large majority of days with green flag (754 days), followed by 148 with yellow flag and 56 with red flag, mainly on the beaches of Levante and es Arenals. In addition, 24 days were counted with the presence of jellyfish, being Cala Saona the most affected area.
Training and professionalization of the team
The system consisted of a general coordinator, five supervisors and twelve lifeguards, all of whom were trained in rescue, first aid and the use of defibrillators. Throughout the season, training activities and practical drills were carried out to reinforce the technical preparation of the personnel.
