Tragic swimming accidents at Lake Starnberg: Two lives in danger!

Tragic swimming accidents at Lake Starnberg: Two lives in danger!

Tragic swimming accidents occurred on Sunday at Lake Starnberg, a popular excursion destination in Upper Bavaria, which is affecting people in the region. A 32-year-old man wanted to refresh himself with his family in Starnberg Bay in the late afternoon, but had visible difficulties staying afloat. Despite intensive efforts by rescue workers, he could not be revived. This is reported by Radio Oberland.

The accident took a dramatic turn when, shortly after the first incident, emergency services discovered a motorboat whose crew called for help. A 23-year-old student jumped into the water to help, but went under himself a short time later. Despite extensive search measures, led by the Starnberger district water rescue team's “technical search and location” rapid response group, the young man had not been found at the time of the report. The search was stopped after around three hours, which added drama to the situation.

Another diving accident shocks the community

But that wasn't the only incident at Lake Starnberg that shocked the public. A diving accident occurred on November 17, 2024, involving a 27-year-old woman from the Augsburg district and a 22-year-old man from the Dachau district. A group of divers was on the Allmannshauser cliff when the woman had unexpected problems with her air supply. According to [Merkur](https://www.merkur.de/lokales/starnberg/berg-ort65526/ Tauchunfall-unglueck-rettungsdienst-klinik-starnberger-see-oberbayern-93417293.html), she had to use a second regulator from her diving partner. In an unfortunate moment, all the air escaped from his compressed air cylinder, forcing both divers to initiate an emergency ascent.

When returning to the surface, the woman had difficulty and swallowed water while walkers from Neuried provided first aid. Fortunately, she was able to be brought to safety by professional rescue workers along with her diving partner, who was uninjured. Both were flown to the Murnau Clinic, where they were treated in the pressure chamber. Both divers were in stable condition, although the woman experienced numbness in her extremities.

Discussion about diving safety

The tragic incidents have also sparked discussion about diving safety. In a forum on [Taucher.net](https:// Taucher.net/forum-toedlicher_ Tauchunfall_im_starnberger_see-ioz80677) the importance of the buddy system among divers is highlighted. It is noted that diving instructors also rely on the help of their partners. Questions arise about legal responsibilities, especially if a buddy doesn't show up or provide assistance. This raises worrying questions about safety standards and the rules in place, which perhaps should be reconsidered.

These incidents on Lake Starnberg illustrate the dangers that can lurk in water sports and especially diving. It is a call to all water sports enthusiasts to be aware of the risks and always ensure the safety of participants.