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92 people drowned by July 31

Provisional data indicates that 92 people drowned in the first seven months of 2023, with 35 deaths in rivers and 27 at sea.

26 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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As of July 31, 2023, 92 people drowned, according to provisional data released by the Drowning Observatory of the Portuguese Federation of Lifeguards (FEPONS). This figure is the highest in recent years for this same period.

According to the data, more than two-thirds of the deaths occurred in rivers and at sea, with rivers being the aquatic environment with the highest number of fatalities, totaling 35 cases. The sea followed with 27 recorded deaths.

The FEPONS report shows a concerning increase in the number of drownings compared to previous years, reflecting a trend that may alert authorities and organizations related to water safety.

The data also indicated that other aquatic environments contributed to the total number of deaths, albeit in smaller numbers, highlighting the need for adequate preventive measures to reduce these tragic incidents.

The release of the data comes in the context of a summer with high temperatures, which typically leads to increased activity at beaches and riverfront areas, raising concerns about the safety of bathers.

The information was published on Wednesday, underscoring the importance of educational initiatives and awareness campaigns to prevent further drownings and protect lives in the water.

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