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**Title: Urgent Medical Evacuation from 'Sarmiento de Gamboa' Near Valencia** On March 15, 2026, a critical medical situation arose aboard the research vessel 'Sarmiento de Gamboa' while it was navigating between Valencia and Barcelona, conducting operations for the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC). The vessel's crew swiftly requested assistance for an injured individual onboard. In response, the Radiomedical Coordination Centre (CCS) of Salvamento Marítimo in Valencia promptly deployed the SAR helicopter Helimer 220 for the medical evacuation mission. The helicopter successfully hoisted the injured person and transported them to Valencia Airport, where an ambulance was on standby. Following the safe transfer, the individual was rushed to a local hospital for further medical attention, ensuring they received the necessary care as quickly as possible.