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Rescue operation at Silbersee: Missing child turns up unexpectedly!
DLRG saves person in Silbersee in Freiburg: missing child found, operation canceled. Security situation and drowning statistics 2023.
Rescue operation at Silbersee: Missing child turns up unexpectedly!
On August 13, 2025, the DLRG was called to a tense operation in Freiburg im Breisgau, which fortunately came to a light end. A missing child caused alarm at Silbersee. Thanks to the rapid response of the emergency services, the situation was quickly defused. In less than 20 minutes after the start of the operation, which ended around 10:10 p.m., the child resurfaced. The 14 emergency services from the Breisgau District Association were no longer required and were able to return. The fire department was also on site, but their support was no longer necessary thanks to the positive outcome. News.de reports on these incidents and sheds light on the frequent deployments of rescue workers in the summer.
What is behind such operations and how often do dangerous situations occur in the water? The DLRG has received many such alerts. Loud DLRG The numbers are alarming: In 2023, a total of 411 people had fatal accidents in water in Germany, which means an increase of 31 deaths compared to the previous year. What is dramatic is that this is the third year in a row in which the number of drownings has increased.
Raising awareness of water safety
DLRG President Ute Vogt is committed to raising awareness of the dangers in and around water, especially in the upcoming warm season. She calls on parents to take the special risks for their young children seriously. However, the positive turnaround in the Freiburg operation shows that good preparation and quick action can save lives. The return of the missing child is a stroke of luck that should make us all think.
During the summer holidays, many families flock to the waters, but special caution is always required. The DLRG regularly documents these operations in order to improve safety awareness. On hers website Those interested can view further details and reports on the operations.
It remains to be hoped that thanks to such operations and comprehensive educational work, the number of accidents in water will continue to decline and every day on the water will remain a day full of joy and safety.