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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.
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Kathimerini
· Jun 21, 2026
Four drownings reported off Greek beaches in one day
Four people drowned swimming in various parts of Greece within the past 24 hours, the Coast Guard said Sunday, while a fifth body was found in the port of Piraeus but the circumstances of the person's death were not immediately clear.
Boston.com
· Jul 6, 2026
Duxbury man drowns while swimming to his boat
Authorities received reports about a swimmer in distress in Duxbury Bay just after 4:30 p.m. Sunday. The post Duxbury man drowns while swimming to his boat appeared first on Boston.com.
The Leader
· Jun 22, 2026
Two Men Die in Separate Drownings in Pilar de la Horadada and Torrevieja
A 24-year-old man died at Mil Palmeras beach, while a second man lost his life after being pulled unconscious from the water off Torrevieja. Two men have died in separate drowning incidents on the southern Costa Blanca within the space of 24 hours. The first tragedy occurred on Sunday afternoon in the coves of Torrevieja, [] The post Two Men Die in Separate Drownings in Pilar de la Horadada and Torrevieja appeared first on The Leader - The No. 1 Spanish Newspaper - Spain News, Sport, Spanish Property for Sale, Business Directory, Classifieds, and Advertising.
Utusan Malaysia
· Jun 30, 2026
Hospital dipenuhi mayat akibat gelombang haba
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The Daily Wire
· Jun 25, 2026
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Metro
· Jun 24, 2026
‘Dry strokers’ are the gross swimmers plaguing UK pools and lidos
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The Independent
· Jul 3, 2026
Suspected shark attack at NY beach after sightings shutter nearby stretch of sand: ‘I got bit’
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The Olive Press
· Jun 25, 2026
Swimmers are ignoring bans and jumping from the same Tarragona rocks where three children died just days after the tragedy
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Fark
· Jun 27, 2026
Woman got run over by a lifeguard, lying on a California beach [Scary]
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KSAT San Antonio
· Jul 1, 2026
How to stay safe on the water as July 4 weekend nears
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Arutz Sheva
· Jul 1, 2026
Teen swept away at Palmachim Beach pronounced dead
Three teens were swept away at an unofficial beach. Two were rescued and treated by emergency medical personnel. Searches continued for the third. He was found in critical condition but later pronounced dead.
NL Times
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.
CBC News
· Jun 29, 2026
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
9 News Australia
· Jun 21, 2026
Community gathers for Coogee swim-out for mother attacked by shark | 9 News Australia
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Daily Mirror
· Jul 9, 2026
Great white sharks and deadly jellyfish 'could be heading for UK' as summer beach trips become 'dangerous'
EXCLUSIVE: Sharks, deadly jellyfish, poisonous algal blooms, and festering sewage could all make British beaches increasingly dangerous in the future, a weather expert has warned
The West Australian
· Jun 21, 2026
Hundreds of swimmers brave icy waters to raise funds for Coogee shark attack victim Leah Stewart
Swimmers have taken to the water in droves at the same beach where a Sydney mum was attacked by a shark last week, leaving her fighting for life.
Toronto Sun
· Jun 23, 2026
Europe heatwave closes schools, threatens health
France reports that 40 people drowned in the past five days as citizens bathed to cool off
BERNAMA
· Jun 28, 2026
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.
Brisbane Times
· Jun 21, 2026
Community gathers for Coogee swim-out
A week after a shark attack that put a woman in hospital, the local community gathered at Coogee beach for a swim-out.
DNyuz
· Jun 23, 2026
40 People Drown in France as Heat Wave Persists
At least 40 people have drowned in France over the last five days as the country endured a scorching heat wave, Sébastien Lecornu, the country’s prime minister, said at an emergency cabinet meeting on Tuesday. Most of the drowning victims were young, many of them teenagers, and swimming in unsupervised areas. Mr. Lecornu called the []
Medical Daily
· Jul 8, 2026
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.
JOE.co.uk
· Jul 11, 2026
Multiple injured in ‘large disturbance’ in Clacton-on-Sea
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Sweden Herald
· Jun 21, 2026
Three boys dead after swimming accident at Arrabassada beach near Tarragona
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The Eastern Herald
· Jun 25, 2026
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Kotaku
· Jul 10, 2026
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· Jun 26, 2026
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· Jul 4, 2026
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JFeed
· Jun 23, 2026
Summer Mortality Spike: 40 Dead in France Amid Record-Breaking Heatwave
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RTL Today
· Jun 23, 2026
Rising drownings in France: Latest developments in Europe's heatwave
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Anadolu Agency
· Jun 28, 2026
At least 13 die in swimming accidents in Germany amid sweltering heat wave
High temperatures drive crowds to lakes and rivers as authorities report series of fatal drownings across country
ABC7 New York
· Jul 9, 2026
A dozen NYC beaches warn of high bacteria levels in water after heavy rain
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UrduPoint
· Jul 4, 2026
Youth drowned at Jandar Bari Waterfall; rescue operation underway
Youth drowned at Jandar Bari Waterfall; rescue operation underway
Sky News
· Jun 23, 2026
<a href='https://news.sky.com/story/heatwave-latest-amber-weather-warnings-for-extreme-heat-come-into-force-13555802?postid=11925347#liveblog-body'>Forty people drown in France in a week as country endures hottest night for 79 years</a>
<a href='https://news.sky.com/story/heatwave-latest-amber-weather-warnings-for-extreme-heat-come-into-force-13555802?postid=11925347#liveblog-body'>Forty people drown in France in a week as country endures hottest night for 79 years</a>
GB News
· Jul 3, 2026
Man found guilty of murdering Scottish woman Jean Hanlon in Crete after 17-year mystery
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RedState
· Jun 26, 2026
Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer Who Helped Save 165 at Camp Mystic to Receive Pat Tillman Award
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· Jul 12, 2026
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· Jul 8, 2026
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