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Girl, two, who drowned in bin in London was failed by council, coroner finds

The drowning of Mazeedat Adeoye is linked to significant failures by social workers and the local authority's lack of support for vulnerable families.

Dozens, Mostly Children, Drown During a Hindu Festival

46 people drowned in Bihar during the Jivitputrika Vrat festival, with most victims being children, emphasizing the need for improved safety measures.

Girl, two, who drowned in bin in London was failed by council, coroner finds

The drowning of Mazeedat Adeoye is linked to significant failures by social workers and the local authority's lack of support for vulnerable families.

Dozens, Mostly Children, Drown During a Hindu Festival

46 people drowned in Bihar during the Jivitputrika Vrat festival, with most victims being children, emphasizing the need for improved safety measures.
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France: At least 13 dead after migrant boat capsizes DW 09/03/2024

At least 13 migrants have drowned after their boat capsized in the English Channel, marking a significant tragedy in migrant crossings this year.

Two fishermen swept away in American River near Auburn, sheriff says. Rescue teams search

Rescue teams are searching for two fishermen swept away in a dangerous river.
Bad weather and high water conditions hampered search efforts in Placer County.

Alameda: Los Angeles man drowns off Encinal Beach

Man drowned off Encinal Beach identified as Jonathan Santiesteban Leon, 32.
Authorities, including Alameda police and firefighters, responded but could not rescue the swimmer.

France: At least 13 dead after migrant boat capsizes DW 09/03/2024

At least 13 migrants have drowned after their boat capsized in the English Channel, marking a significant tragedy in migrant crossings this year.

Two fishermen swept away in American River near Auburn, sheriff says. Rescue teams search

Rescue teams are searching for two fishermen swept away in a dangerous river.
Bad weather and high water conditions hampered search efforts in Placer County.

Alameda: Los Angeles man drowns off Encinal Beach

Man drowned off Encinal Beach identified as Jonathan Santiesteban Leon, 32.
Authorities, including Alameda police and firefighters, responded but could not rescue the swimmer.
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2 Dartmouth fraternity members and a sorority have been charged in death of a student

Dartmouth College fraternity and sorority members charged in connection with underage drinking and drowning death of student Won Jang.
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Galway swimming tragedy: Search for missing woman enters fourth day, Johnny Duhan funeral to take place today

Tragic drowning of singer Johnny Duhan and a woman at Silverstrand Beach highlights safety concerns in poor visibility conditions.

Missing Galway swimmers: Search resumes for local woman as tributes paid to Johnny Duhan, renowned songwriter of 'The Voyage'

Search continues for a missing woman in her thirties after swimming incident at Silverstrand, where renowned singer Johnny Duhan drowned.

Galway swimming tragedy: Search for missing woman enters fourth day, Johnny Duhan funeral to take place today

Tragic drowning of singer Johnny Duhan and a woman at Silverstrand Beach highlights safety concerns in poor visibility conditions.

Missing Galway swimmers: Search resumes for local woman as tributes paid to Johnny Duhan, renowned songwriter of 'The Voyage'

Search continues for a missing woman in her thirties after swimming incident at Silverstrand, where renowned singer Johnny Duhan drowned.
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Superyacht sinks: Cause of death revealed for NYC lawyer and wife

The sinking of the Bayesian superyacht resulted in multiple fatalities, including a noted New York lawyer and his wife, confirmed by autopsy reports.

A 3-year-old girl drowned at a Miami-Dade park. Police are investigating

A 3-year-old girl tragically drowned at Amelia Earhart Park while visiting with family.

Man dies and 5 rescued, including child, after boat overturns off the SoCal coast

A boat accident off Redondo Beach resulted in one death and five survivors, including a child, with investigations underway.
Rescue operations succeeded in saving five people after a boat capsized in rough ocean conditions.

Person dies after Santa Cruz County water rescue

A person died at Scott Creek Beach despite rescue efforts, emphasizing the dangers of coastal activities and the need for safety precautions.

Man's body recovered from Charles River Monday afternoon, State Police say

A man's body was recovered from the Charles River in Massachusetts after witnesses reported seeing him struggling in the water near Longfellow Bridge.
Multiple agencies were involved in the search for the victim, including State Police, fire departments, and the Coast Guard.

Boat owner who died in an apparent drowning in Beverly identified

An 82-year-old man drowned after falling into the water near the Bass Haven Yacht Club.

Superyacht sinks: Cause of death revealed for NYC lawyer and wife

The sinking of the Bayesian superyacht resulted in multiple fatalities, including a noted New York lawyer and his wife, confirmed by autopsy reports.

A 3-year-old girl drowned at a Miami-Dade park. Police are investigating

A 3-year-old girl tragically drowned at Amelia Earhart Park while visiting with family.

Man dies and 5 rescued, including child, after boat overturns off the SoCal coast

A boat accident off Redondo Beach resulted in one death and five survivors, including a child, with investigations underway.
Rescue operations succeeded in saving five people after a boat capsized in rough ocean conditions.

Person dies after Santa Cruz County water rescue

A person died at Scott Creek Beach despite rescue efforts, emphasizing the dangers of coastal activities and the need for safety precautions.

Man's body recovered from Charles River Monday afternoon, State Police say

A man's body was recovered from the Charles River in Massachusetts after witnesses reported seeing him struggling in the water near Longfellow Bridge.
Multiple agencies were involved in the search for the victim, including State Police, fire departments, and the Coast Guard.

Boat owner who died in an apparent drowning in Beverly identified

An 82-year-old man drowned after falling into the water near the Bass Haven Yacht Club.
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Dead person pulled from surf at Davenport beach

A deceased man was recovered from Davenport Landing Beach after being spotted in the surf.

Man (55) who died after getting into difficulty at Cork beach while trying to aid others is named locally

A man drowned at Inch Beach while rescuing others, later confirmed dead at Cork Hospital.

Man in his 20s dead after he was pulled from Lake Ontario near Bluffer's Park Beach | CBC News

A young man tragically drowned in Lake Ontario after his inflatable flotation device deflated.

Woman (60s) drowns off Dublin coast

A woman in her 60s drowned while swimming at Portmarnock Strand and was pronounced dead after being rescued.

Dead person pulled from surf at Davenport beach

A deceased man was recovered from Davenport Landing Beach after being spotted in the surf.

Man (55) who died after getting into difficulty at Cork beach while trying to aid others is named locally

A man drowned at Inch Beach while rescuing others, later confirmed dead at Cork Hospital.

Man in his 20s dead after he was pulled from Lake Ontario near Bluffer's Park Beach | CBC News

A young man tragically drowned in Lake Ontario after his inflatable flotation device deflated.

Woman (60s) drowns off Dublin coast

A woman in her 60s drowned while swimming at Portmarnock Strand and was pronounced dead after being rescued.
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Dead person pulled from surf at Davenport beach

A deceased man was discovered in the surf at Davenport Landing Beach, with connections potentially to a previous rescue incident.

Irish woman drowns off coast of Sardinia

Two tragic incidents in Sardinia involve the drowning of a woman and the death of a hiker, prompting consular assistance from foreign departments.

Dead person pulled from surf at Davenport beach

A deceased man was discovered in the surf at Davenport Landing Beach, with connections potentially to a previous rescue incident.

Irish woman drowns off coast of Sardinia

Two tragic incidents in Sardinia involve the drowning of a woman and the death of a hiker, prompting consular assistance from foreign departments.
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Body of Missing SpaceX Employee Found

A SpaceX employee's body was recovered near Boca Chica Beach, illustrating the dangers of swimming in strong currents.
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Long Island hero, 48, drowns trying to save woman, son, 10, while on family vacation in Bermuda

A man drowned while rescuing a mother and her son at a Bermuda beach, highlighting safety concerns at tourist locations.

'A shattering tragedy': Bay Area father of 3 drowns in Lake Tahoe

A father of three, Francisco Villa, drowned in an apparent accident at Lake Tahoe, highlighting the dangers of its cold waters.

Long Island hero, 48, drowns trying to save woman, son, 10, while on family vacation in Bermuda

A man drowned while rescuing a mother and her son at a Bermuda beach, highlighting safety concerns at tourist locations.

'A shattering tragedy': Bay Area father of 3 drowns in Lake Tahoe

A father of three, Francisco Villa, drowned in an apparent accident at Lake Tahoe, highlighting the dangers of its cold waters.
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High waves sweep beachgoers into the ocean in Oahu, claiming lives of California man and Oklahoma woman

Strong ocean currents at Ke Iki Beach led to the tragic deaths of two individuals, despite lifeguard warnings and high wave advisories.

George Baldock 'tragically drowned' while swimming in his home pool in Athens

George Baldock tragically drowned in his home pool, leaving behind a grieving family and a deep impact in the football community.

Tech tycoon Mike Lynch died from drowning after his superyacht sank, inquest hears

Tech tycoon Mike Lynch died from drowning after the sinking of the Bayesian superyacht in a storm off the coast of Sicily.
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India: Dozens drown during Hindu festival DW 09/26/2024

At least 46 people have drowned during a Hindu festival celebration in Bihar, including 37 children.

Sisters, 2 and 4, drown in Suffolk County pond after sneaking out of apartment: sources

Two toddlers drowned in a Long Island pond after escaping their apartment while their mother slept, leading to a tragic incident.

After sisters, 2 and 4, drowned in a Long Island pond, neighbors struggle to understand how it happened

The tragic drowning of two small children left a Long Island community in mourning, capturing the challenges of child safety and neighborhood vigilance.

4-year-old boy dies after drowning in backyard pool in Central Valley

A 4-year-old boy drowned accidentally in a backyard pool, highlighting the importance of child safety around water.

India: Dozens drown during Hindu festival DW 09/26/2024

At least 46 people have drowned during a Hindu festival celebration in Bihar, including 37 children.

Sisters, 2 and 4, drown in Suffolk County pond after sneaking out of apartment: sources

Two toddlers drowned in a Long Island pond after escaping their apartment while their mother slept, leading to a tragic incident.

After sisters, 2 and 4, drowned in a Long Island pond, neighbors struggle to understand how it happened

The tragic drowning of two small children left a Long Island community in mourning, capturing the challenges of child safety and neighborhood vigilance.

4-year-old boy dies after drowning in backyard pool in Central Valley

A 4-year-old boy drowned accidentally in a backyard pool, highlighting the importance of child safety around water.
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Three people drown in Central Valley, as drowning deaths rise across California and the country

Drowning deaths are on the rise in California and across the U.S., highlighting the need for improved water safety education.

Man drowns in California reservoir, setting tragic record

This year marks a severe spike in drownings in Stanislaus County, reaching ten fatalities, surpassing a previous record range.

Three people drown in Central Valley, as drowning deaths rise across California and the country

Drowning deaths are on the rise in California and across the U.S., highlighting the need for improved water safety education.

Man drowns in California reservoir, setting tragic record

This year marks a severe spike in drownings in Stanislaus County, reaching ten fatalities, surpassing a previous record range.
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Exclusive | Mom sues NYC after teen baller drowns on after-school outing: 'My son is dead, and nobody has answers'

The lawsuit emphasizes alleged negligence by the city and school officials regarding the supervision of the boy before his tragic drowning.

Coastal drowning victim ID'd as Los Gatos woman

Caitlin Hoffman, 63, tragically died after being rescued from Scott Creek Beach despite life-saving efforts by responders.

Three friends drowned together in a Sierra Nevada whirlpool. How dangerous is the trail?

The Seven Teacups trail is beautiful yet dangerous, exemplified by the tragic drowning of three friends during a canyoneering trip.

Please Don't Drink and Swim. Adult Drowning Deaths Often Involve Alcohol

Adult drowning deaths in the U.S. increased in 2022, particularly among adults, raising concerns for prevention strategies.
Drowning prevention efforts have largely neglected adult victims in favor of child-focused campaigns.

Three friends drown in Central Valley whirlpool while trying to save one another

Three friends tragically drowned while attempting to save each other from a whirlpool during a hike at Seven Teacups Trail.
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Calif. woman drowns in river when dog's leash gets tangled around tree

Drowning incident involving a woman and her dog highlights dangers of strainers in rivers.

19-year-old found dead after vanishing in lake outside stadium, California cops say

A 19-year-old man was found dead after swimming in a lake outside SoFi Stadium in California.
The stadium hosted a concert the night of the incident, but it's unclear if the man attended.

19-year-old man swimming with family drowns in creek, California sheriff says

A 19-year-old man drowned while swimming in Deep Creek Spillway in California.

Calif. woman drowns in river when dog's leash gets tangled around tree

Drowning incident involving a woman and her dog highlights dangers of strainers in rivers.

19-year-old found dead after vanishing in lake outside stadium, California cops say

A 19-year-old man was found dead after swimming in a lake outside SoFi Stadium in California.
The stadium hosted a concert the night of the incident, but it's unclear if the man attended.

19-year-old man swimming with family drowns in creek, California sheriff says

A 19-year-old man drowned while swimming in Deep Creek Spillway in California.
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Human remains discovered in Brooklyn Bridge Park a day after body pulled from Red Hook waters * Brooklyn Paper

Two bodies found in separate incidents in Brooklyn raise ongoing concerns about water safety and crime in the area.

Man vanishes trying to swim across creek, California cops say. Then rescuers find body

A man was found dead in a creek while attempting to swim across.

Man drowns in lake outside SoFi Stadium in Inglewood

A man in his early 20s drowned in the lake outside SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.
The man was found shortly before 11 p.m. and pronounced dead at the scene.

Boy, 13, drowned after being deliberately pushed into river, inquest finds

A 13-year-old boy died after being deliberately pushed into a river in south Wales in July 2019.
The incident was ruled as a 'misplaced sense of fun' but the coroner stated that the teenager did not consent to being pushed.

Carpentersville teen who drowned after driving into Vernon Hills pond was drunk, consumed cannabis before death

The Carpentersville teen who drowned in a retention pond in Vernon Hills was intoxicated and had consumed cannabis before her death.
Her blood alcohol content was twice the legal limit and she had THC, found in cannabis, in her system.

Matthew Perry died from effects of the drug ketamine, according to autopsy report

Matthew Perry died from the acute effects of ketamine, according to an autopsy report
Perry also drowned in a heated pool, but it was a secondary factor in his death

4-year-old Sutton girl found unresponsive in neighbor's pool, pronounced dead

Tragic incident of a 4-year-old girl dying after being found unresponsive in a neighbor's pool.

Two teens drowned in Coney Island surf

Two teenage girls drowned off Coney Island due to rough weather while standing in shallow water during a rainstorm.
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