Lifeguard in action: dramatic incident in the student triathlon on Salzgittersee!
Lifeguard in action: dramatic incident in the student triathlon on Salzgittersee!
The Salzgittersee, a popular starting point for families seeking relaxation and sports enthusiasts, has recently experienced an alarming situation, which all presented attention to the dangers of water sports. The annual student triathlon for fifth and sixth graders took place there on Thursday, June 26th. During the competition, a student suddenly showed symptoms of exhaustion and clung to a turning buoy before she sagged in the water. Fortunately, the lifeguards of the DLRG Salzgitter Lebenstedt were on the spot and immediately jumped into the water to provide help. The girl was able to stick to a belt rescuer and was safely brought ashore, where she was immediately examined. The DLRG confirmed that she was handed over to her mother unharmed, while the rest of the competition could be continued without further incidents. This quick reaction of the rescue workers was very well received on social media.
In view of the current developments in Germany, it is all the more important to consider such incidents. According to the German Life Rescue Society (DLRG), the number of bathing accidents has increased with death in recent years. In 2023 there were 411 fatal accidents in waters nationwide, which corresponds to an increase of 31 deaths compared to the previous year. The DLRG finds that this is the third consecutive increase in the drowned number in Germany, and hopes to make people sensitive to the dangers in the water, especially before the upcoming hot season. This concern is underpinned by DLRG President Ute Vogt, who indicates the worrying swimming capacity of many people. It is particularly alarming that only four out of five children can swim safely and every fourth primary school has no access to swimming pools.The wave of drowning
The DLRG showed that in 2023 355 people were killed by drowning, which means an increase of 19 % compared to the previous year. Despite a decline compared to the tenth average, the situation is serious: many swimmers are unsure in their skills. This problem could be further tightened by the lack of infrastructure, such as the lack of access to swimming pools in many schools. It is undeniable that more and more people can get into critical situations in the water through such circumstances.
This speaks for the need to take prevention measures and to raise awareness of the dangers of water. The DLRG plans to explain parents of small children specifically about the special risks. In view of the increase in deaths and worrying statistics, it is crucial that we hear what the DLRG says and take the security of the water seriously.
Overall, the incident at the Salzgittersee is not only an isolated case, but a clear indication that every swimming opportunity can be full of dangers. So let's be vigilant and make sure that we, our children and all users can swim safely from water.
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