Tragedy in Salou: Two British Children Drown at Sea
What happened on the beach in Salou this Tuesday was absolutely heartbreaking. Two young British brothers, just 11 and 13 years old, drowned while swimming in the sea at Llarga Beach, located in Salou, Tarragona. It was supposed to be a summer evening of fun during their vacation, but it ended in unimaginable tragedy.
The family had been staying nearby, likely enjoying the beauty of the Costa Daurada. But the sea conditions that day were rough—there was strong surf, making it dangerous for swimmers. Around 8:47 PM, emergency services received a distress call alerting them that people were struggling in the water. It turned out to be three people from the same family—the two boys and their father.
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The father reportedly rushed into the sea when he saw his sons in trouble. Sadly, he too was overwhelmed by the current. All three were pulled from the water by emergency responders and nearby bystanders, and when they were brought to shore, each one was in cardiac arrest. Paramedics and emergency teams worked desperately, trying to resuscitate them. The father’s life was saved—he was revived on the sand after a long effort. But despite more than an hour of attempts, nothing could be done to bring the children back.
The rescue operation was intense. One of the boys’ bodies had even been dragged toward the rocky area known as Punta Daurada, making the retrieval much more difficult. A large emergency response was activated: seven medical units, five fire crews, local police, regional police (the Mossos d'Esquadra), and psychologists were all on the scene.
And this wasn’t the only tragedy that day—earlier, a 54-year-old German tourist had also drowned nearby in Cambrils. In fact, since the summer beach season officially started on June 15, sixteen people have already died on Catalan beaches—five more than during the same period last year.
This incident has shaken the local community and serves as a devastating reminder of how quickly things can go wrong in the sea, especially when conditions are less than ideal. It also highlights how crucial awareness, lifeguard presence, and early warnings are when it comes to water safety.
No one expects to face a loss like this while on holiday. It’s a sobering story that reminds us all to respect the power of the ocean and to take every possible precaution—because even moments of joy can turn tragic in an instant.
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