Panaji, Sep 15 (PTI) At least six fishermen were rescued by lifeguards at Baga beach in North Goa after their boat was hit by strong waves on Wednesday, an official said.

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The incident took place when a boat carrying the fishermen, aged between 25 and 30 years, hit a swell, Drishti Marines, an agency employed by the state government to manage safety at beaches, said in a statement.

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Lifeguards rescued the fishermen, who jumped into the water and drifted further into the sea, it said, adding that no one was hurt in the accident.

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