Man dragged by waters in Madeira rescued alive

An 80-year-old man was rescued alive after being swept away by strong waters in Madeira. He was missing for several hours, having been caught in his garage around 6 AM. A specialized rescue team was dispatched, and he was found around 8 AM. The fire department emphasized the challenges of such rescues, but the key outcome was the man's survival. He experienced hypothermia due to his time in the water and received medical assistance on-site.