Eight died in drowning accidents in June, fewer than last year

4 men, 2 women presumed drowned after boat sinks off B.C. coast: RCMP

4 men, 2 women presumed drowned after boat sinks off B.C. coast: RCMP

Drowning Is the Leading Cause of Death in Children Under 5, and the Deadliest Weeks of the Year Are Beginning

Drowning is the 1 cause of death for children ages 1–4. July–August are peak months. CDC and AAP recommend designating a sober water watcher at every outdoor event.

World : Several Die In Swimming Accidents As Heatwave Grips Germany

BERLIN, June 28 (Bernama-dpa) -- At least five people have died in swimming accidents in Germany since Friday, police said, as a heatwave sent many people to lakes and rivers to cool off, German Press Agency (dpa) reported.

2 siblings drown in Vermont river, brother tried to save younger sister, police say

Sandro Lala, 25, and Yazmin Yupangui, 11, died in accidental drownings, police said. The post 2 siblings drown in Vermont river, brother tried to save younger sister, police say appeared first on Boston.com.

More US children have been drowning in recent years

Child drowning deaths rose from about 750 in 2019 to more than 860 in 2024, the most recent year for which complete data is available. Some health leaders and advocates have been working to reverse the trend. (AP Video: Mary Conlon)

Three drowning deaths reported at beaches across Greece

Three people have drowned in one day while swimming off popular beaches in various parts of the country, authorities said.

Parole officers are drowning in cases

Just 933 officers for 82,000 parolees and probationers

The Likeliest Places Idaho Kids Will Drown This Summer

The Likeliest Places Idaho Kids Will Drown This Summer

O.C. toddler expected to survive drowning after sister rescues 2-year-old from pool

A 2-year-old boy is expected to survive a drowning after his sister rescued him from a pool on the 2600 block of Denise Avenue in the city of Orange Friday. KTLA's Rachel Menitoff reports. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

Central Region floods kill 18, displace dozens

A total of 18 deaths have so far been recorded following torrential rains that swept across 13 districts within the Central region over the weekend. Also 58 buildings have collapsed due to the heavy rains and floods. The Central Regional Director of NADMO, Mr Kwesi Dawood, said the deaths were caused by flooding, drowning, fallen The post Central Region floods kill 18, displace dozens appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

How to stay safe on the water as July 4 weekend nears

The drowning death of Jaylen Robinson, 13, at Boerne City Lake this weekend has served as a grim reminder of the importance of water safety, especially on the state’s various lakes, rivers and miles of coastline. KSAT spoke with Dr. Dan Murray, a divemaster instructor and the owner of Dive Masters of San Antonio, about staying safe with friends and family.

A child can drown in seconds. Doctors want more families to be prepared

Doctors and others are sounding an alarm: More U.S. children have been drowning in recent years

भियतनाममा डुंगा पल्टिँदा १५ जनाको मृत्यु

हनोई। भियतनामको दक्षिणी फु क्वोक टापु नजिक डुंगा पल्टिँदा १५ जनाको मृत्यु भएको छ। स्थानीय सञ्चारमाध्यम ‘भीएनएक्सप्रेस’ का अनुसार पर्यटक बोकेको डुंगा शनिबार दिउँसो दुर्घटना भएको हो। डुंगामा ३२ भारतीय पर्यटकसहित चालक दल र सेवाकर्मी गरी ३६ जना यात्रारत थिए। दुर्घटनापछि २१ जनाको सकुशल उद्धार गरिएको छ भने १५ जनाको शव फेला परेको छ। घटनापछि []

Swimmers are ignoring bans and jumping from the same Tarragona rocks where three children died just days after the tragedy

JUST days after three children lost their lives in a tragic drowning accident, swimmers are continuing to jump from the same rocks in Tarragona despite warnings from authorities. Three boys,

Over 8,000 Civilians Killed In Ukrainian Strikes Since War Broke Out: Russia

From February 2022 to June 30, 2026, the total number of casualties reached 30,913, including about 8,434 fatalities

Cote d'Ivoire: Nearly 60 People Killed in Flooding Since May

[DW] Although the rainy season has only just begun, flooding has already killed dozens in the Ivory Coast.

Disabled woman feared drowned after falling off bridge near home in Dungun

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 — A 47-year-old woman with a mental disability is feared to have drowned after allegedly fall...

'High waves, possible overloading,' survivor recounts Vietnam boat tragedy that killed 15 Indians

The boat tragedy in Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island that left at least 15 people dead happened due to high waves in the seat and a possible overloading of passengers, said a survivor on Saturday, while recounting the horror.

‘Dry strokers’ are the gross swimmers plaguing UK pools and lidos

'A cloud of dirt would engulf the pool.'

What we know (and don't know) about the deadly charter boat sinking near Richmond

VANCOUVER — Six people, including the young captain, are presumed drowned after a charter fishing boat capsized and sank in the Strait of Georgia near Richmond on June 28. Four others were rescued from the cold water. The incident has prompted an active investigation by police and federal safety officials, with recovery efforts continuing in deep water as of July 7.

A child can drown in seconds. Doctors want more families to be prepared

NEW YORK (AP) — Doctors and others are sounding an alarm: More U.S. children have been drowning in recent years.

France rues widespread lack of air conditioning as country roasts under 104-degree heat wave

The early-summer wave is already drawing comparisons to the 2003 disaster that killed 15,000.

Three feared dead as flood sweeps through Onitsha after heavy rainfall

By Chimaobi Nwaiwu NNEWI — No fewer than three persons were reportedly killed after a heavy downpour triggered severe flooding across parts of Onitsha, Anambra State, on Saturday evening. The victims were said to have been swept away by raging floodwaters that overwhelmed drainage channels and major roads within the commercial city. Residents said two [] The post Three feared dead as flood sweeps through Onitsha after heavy rainfall appeared first on Vanguard News.

China Floods: Death Toll Rises to 39 After Tropical Storm Maysak Triggers Deadly Dam Breach

Authorities in southern China said Thursday that 39 people have died in flooding from Tropical Storm Maysak. Most of the deaths were related to the breach of a dam in the city of Nanning, which claimed 26 lives, said Ding Wei, the city's vice mayor, at a news briefing.

63 kematian melibatkan aktiviti pendakian

KUALA LUMPUR: Sebanyak 1,059 kes kemalangan membabitkan aktiviti pendakian direkodkan di seluruh negara dalam tempoh lima tahun bermula 2021 hingga 2025 dengan 63 daripadanya melibatkan kematian. Timbalan Menteri Sumber Asli dan Kelestarian Alam, Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh berkata, berdasarkan rekod Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia (JPBM), 87 kes kecederaan juga dilaporkan dalam tempoh sama. Menurutnya, ... Read more The post 63 kematian melibatkan aktiviti pendakian appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Kentucky Flooding Leaves Four Dead as Emergency Crews Respond to Widespread Storm Damage

Kentucky officials said four people died after heavy thunderstorms caused severe flooding across parts of the state, leading Gov. Andy Beshear to decl...

Second boat was with B.C. charter before fatal sinking, raising rescue questions

Six people were lost at sea — now feared drowned — and a rescue operation was underway that saved four others, after a fishing boat sank off the coast of Vancouver.

Drownings are on the rise... and I've seen the reason why in my clinic. I can barely believe it: DR ELLIE CANNON

Drownings are on the rise... and I've seen the reason why in my clinic. I can barely believe it: DR ELLIE CANNON

Road deaths surge to decade high in Israel

A total of 32 people aged 15 to 24 lost their lives in crashes on city roads during 2025, up from 24 fatalities recorded in 2024.

Kentucky Flooding Leaves 4 Dead, Widespread Damage

Kentucky officials said four people died after heavy thunderstorms caused severe flooding across parts of the state, leading Gov. Andy Beshear to decl...

At least 3 dead in Kentucky flash flooding; emergency declared

At least three people have died in flash floods caused by heavy rain and multiple thunderstorms in Kentucky, officials said, with additional fatalities expected to be confirmed soon. The severe weather event promoted Gov. Andy Beshear to declare a state of emergency Saturday. Beshear warned Kentucky residents in a video message not to drive after []...Click to read more

Three dead in separate drownings, including teen boy & amateur footballer

Many people sought to cool down in the water during yesterday’s hot and sun-drenched weather. In three places in the Netherlands, the water sports ended in tragedy.

Boy, 14, who tried to save drowning friend, 13, also died in river tragedy

A coroner has heard how two young boys drowned after playing near a river

Drunk Riding Linked to Most Fatal E-Scooter Crashes in Sweden, Study Finds

Drunk Riding Linked to Most Fatal E-Scooter Crashes in Sweden, Study Finds

At least 20 dead, more than 100 missing after overloaded boat sinks in the DRC

At least 20 people have died and more than 100 others are missing after an overloaded riverboat sank in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), according to local media. The boat was carrying more than 200 people when it sank late Wednesday where two rivers meet in Kasai province, according to local authorities cited by [] The post At least 20 dead, more than 100 missing after overloaded boat sinks in the DRC appeared first on BNO News.

Europe heatwave closes schools, threatens health

France reports that 40 people drowned in the past five days as citizens bathed to cool off

3 children killed after ferry capsizes in Syria's Euphrates River

At least three children were killed and an unknown number of people remained missing after a passenger ferry capsized in the Euphrates River in Syria's eastern province of Deir al-Zour on Sunday, local authorities said, reported Xinhua. The ferry overturned shortly after striking a military bridge near the al-Huweiqa neighborhood while carrying passengers from the western bank of the river to villages on the eastern side, according to the authorities. Rescue teams recovered the bodies of two children and rescued more than 13 people following the accident, Zain al-Aboud, director of Emergency and Disaster Management in Deir al-Zour, told Xinhua. The body of a third child was later found by local residents about 20 km downstream near the village of al-Tabiya. Al-Aboud said the exact number of passengers on board had yet to be determined and search operations were continuing for those missing.

Four die and four rushed to hospital in deadly crash on Shirley and Church Street near St Matthew’s Church

NASSAU| Some five young women in two separate traffic fatality incidents have lost their lives as the country closed another week of dangerous deadly driving incidents. The latest incident left four dead and four others rushed to hospital. None of the victims have been identified by our teams. Police reported that shortly after 1:00 a.m., reports []

Accra floods: Fire service announces new death toll as rescue operation continues

Devastating floods in Greater Accra have claimed nine lives, with rescue operations underway as communities grapple with severe inundation and infrastructure failure

Emergency services: Eight injured in seven traffic accidents on Thursday

No fewer than seven accidents were reported to the emergency services between 11am and 5pm on Thursday, with eight people injured.