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30-year-old man rescued from drowning at La Union beach

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SAN ILDEFONSO, ILOCOS SUR, Philippines — Coast Guard personnel rescued a 30-year-old man swept into deeper waters by strong currents off Acapulco Beach in Barangay San Francisco, City of San Fernando, in nearby La Union on Monday, Nov. 2.

The Coast Guard Station La Union Baywatch team brought the man ashore before transporting him via La Union Rescue 911 to the Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center for medical treatment and observation.

READ: 4 rescued after being swept by strong current in La Union

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La Union is a popular beach destination, particularly during holidays, when visitors flock to its coastal towns for swimming and other recreational activities.

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READ: 7 die in separate drowning incidents in La Union

The Philippine Coast Guard reminded beachgoers to observe safety precautions, stay within designated swimming areas and avoid swimming in waters with strong currents. /cb

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