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Ayvalık tourist rescued from strong currents in Yalancı Boğaz
A female tourist was rescued in the Yalancı Boğaz area between Cunda Island and Maden Island in Ayvalık after being swept away by strong currents. The incident occurred when rising water levels and wind caused the woman to lose her balance while attempting to walk through the shallow passage.
Mustafa Doğan, a local cafe operator known as ‘Huni Mustafa’, spotted the woman struggling and used an inflatable boat to reach her and bring her safely to shore. The woman reportedly swallowed a significant amount of water during the struggle.
The event has prompted local residents to demand permanent safety measures and the deployment of professional lifeguards in the region, noting that the area attracts thousands of visitors during the summer months.
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Ayvalık · Cunda Island · Maden Island · Mustafa Doğan · Yalancı Boğaz
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Citizens expressed dissatisfaction regarding the lack of professional lifeguards in the popular tourist area. www.haberport.com · www.medyagazete.com · www.aksam.com.tr
- [● 3 SOURCES] A female tourist was swept away by currents while attempting to walk from Cunda Island to Maden Island. www.haberport.com · www.medyagazete.com · www.aksam.com.tr
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Yalancı Boğaz area is prone to sudden rises in water levels and strong currents due to wind. www.haberport.com · www.medyagazete.com · www.aksam.com.tr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Local residents are calling for authorities to implement permanent safety measures in the area. www.haberport.com · www.medyagazete.com · www.aksam.com.tr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Mustafa Doğan, a local cafe operator, rescued the woman using an inflatable boat. www.haberport.com · www.medyagazete.com · www.aksam.com.tr