Emergency services in Torrevieja successfully rescued a seventy-nine-year-old woman trapped in her car after it fell off a cliff early this morning. The accident occurred around six AM when the driver lost control of her vehicle while driving along the promenade. Preliminary reports indicate she had likely just left a nearby car park when her car plunged over the edge of the slope, landing on its side.

Local firefighters, along with the assistance of the police and Civil Guard, were dispatched to the scene to carry out the rescue operation. The woman found herself unable to exit the car as the door was pinned against the ground. Once freed, she received initial medical attention for minor injuries before being transported to the Torrevieja University Hospital, as confirmed by the Emergency Coordination Centre.

Witnesses to the incident have suggested that a distraction may have contributed to the driver’s loss of control. Local police are currently investigating the exact cause of the accident, which resulted in the car being left in a precarious position, drawing the attention of passers-by.

The promenade area is normally restricted to vehicle access for local residents with designated parking. The morning accident has raised concerns regarding driver safety in this bustling area, where a large number of pedestrians frequent the seafront each day. Authorities will continue to monitor the site and assess safety measures in light of this incident.