A British woman has been hailed a hero after performing CPR on a Spanish man who collapsed in the street, saving his life in a dramatic rescue caught on camera.
The incident occurred in Spain, where the unnamed British tourist sprang into action after witnessing the man suddenly lose consciousness. Bystanders filmed as she administered chest compressions until emergency services arrived.
The footage, which has since gone viral, shows the woman calmly instructing onlookers to call an ambulance while she worked to revive the man. Her swift actions are credited with keeping him alive until paramedics could take over.
A Race Against Time
Witnesses described the scene as tense but controlled, with the woman's medical knowledge proving crucial. "She was incredible – so calm under pressure," said one local shopkeeper. "Without her, I don't think he would have made it."
Paramedics arriving at the scene confirmed the man had suffered a cardiac episode and praised the British woman's intervention. "Early CPR doubles or even triples survival chances in cardiac arrests," explained one emergency responder. "This woman absolutely saved his life."
Fundraiser Launched for Medical Costs
In the aftermath, friends of the Spanish man have set up a GoFundMe page to help cover his medical expenses. The campaign has already raised thousands, with many donors citing the viral video as their motivation to contribute.
The British woman has declined media interviews, with friends describing her as "humble" and "just glad she could help." Spanish authorities are considering recognising her actions with a civic award.
This incident serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of basic first aid knowledge. Cardiac charities are using the video to promote CPR training, noting that anyone could find themselves in a similar lifesaving situation.
