Tragic bathing accident in Moosburg: Senior woman drowns in the Aquapark

Tragic bathing accident in Moosburg: Senior woman drowns in the Aquapark

A tragic event occurred on Thursday afternoon in the Aquapark swimming lake in Moosburg an der Isar, in the Freising district. A 73-year-old woman from the Landshut district drowned swimming, which led to a dramatic effort. Passers -by discovered the woman driving lifeless in the water around 12.15 p.m. and pulled them out of the lake. Resuration measures were initiated immediately, but despite the rapid arrival of the rescue workers and an emergency doctor, any help was too late. The senior died before she received the necessary medical care. The criminal police have already confirmed that it is a bathing accident and there is no evidence of external fault. This shows how quickly the joy of water can turn into grief.

The German Life Rettungs Society (DLRG) and the Wasserwacht in Bavaria indicate that special caution is required with increasing temperatures, especially over 30 degrees. The water could continue to be cool and an overheated jump could be driven to the water temperature without getting used to it. This misfortune represents an alarming memory of how important it is to pay attention to your own limits.

drowning figures in Germany

The main causes for the drowning are boat and water sports accidents as well as bathing accidents, which often happen in the early morning or late at night. DLRG President Ute Vogt emphasized that many people underestimate their security in the water and often take inadequate precautions. The warning of the DLRG is also aimed at individuals who swim alone in waters; There is often no help available in an emergency.

measures and clarification

Both the tragedy in Moosburg and the general drowning numbers should suggest us to think. Everyone should have a good hand when it comes to their own safety in the water, especially now that the temperatures rise. ** Life is precious and a safe handling of water can save lives. **