A 65-year-old British tourist suffered severe head and neck trauma yesterday as a result of a being rolled over by a huge wave when swimming at Salema beach, Vila do Bispo.
According to the Maritime Authority, the alert was received at 4:55 pm. The victim was treated at the beach. He had been swimming when he was turned over by a wave and hit the sand with devastating force.
The Briton complained of pain in the head and neck.
After an assessment of his condition and first aid from the Vila do Bispo Bombeiros, the victim was stabilised but complained of a tingling sensation in his upper and lower limbs.
Suspecting a possible cervical fracture, the INEM ambulance took him to Portimão hospital with a doctor and nurse at his side.
