Rescue attempt during student trip ends in tragedy on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast
Alexandria, Egypt – Seven students lost their lives off the coast of Alexandria after being caught in strong waves while trying to save a fellow classmate.
The accident took place west of the city, where roughly 150 students had gathered. Despite a red flag warning against swimming, one student entered the sea on Saturday and soon found herself in difficulty.
Several others rushed in to help but were quickly dragged under by powerful currents. According to the Health Ministry, six young men and women aged 15 to 21 drowned during the rescue attempt.
On Sunday, search teams recovered another victim, a man of about 20 years old who had also entered the water during the emergency, local outlet Al-Masri al-Jum reported. In addition, 24 people suffering from water inhalation required medical care.
The event underscores the risks of ignoring coastal safety warnings, as dangerous surf and strong undercurrents remain common along Egypt’s Mediterranean shoreline.
