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DLRG reports rise in drowning deaths at German beaches over summer

started September 23, 2026 at 10:40 AM · last changed 19h ago

Summary

Germany's DLRG lifesaving association reported 248 drowning deaths at outdoor bathing sites this summer, 12 more than the previous year, with most accidents occurring during June's heatwave, and 320 drownings for the year so far, eight fewer than in 2025.

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BERLIN, 23. septembra (FENA) - Njemačko udruženje za spašavanje života (DLRG) u srijedu je objavilo da se ove godine tokom sezone kupanja na otvorenom u

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Severity39

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