Man in the Danube: Search for missing continues on Saturday
Man in the Danube: Search for missing continues on Saturday
On Friday evening there was a tragic incident on the Danube between Ulm and Neu-Ulm, in which a young man got on the river while swimming. The dramatic experiences of two eyewitnesses put a highlight of the dangers that exist in trends when swimming.
Swimming in the Danube: An unpredictable risk
The Danube attracts numerous swimmers on warm days, but the current can be tricky. On Friday, around 5 p.m., four young men went into the water, with only three of them being able to return. Although the current at the time of the incident was about 150 cubic meters per second than less strong compared to other events such as Nabada, the Danube was nevertheless dangerous.
Emergency forces on site
After the incident, the authorities mobilized a large team to search for the missing swimmer. The fire brigade of Ulm and Neu-Ulm as well as the DLRG, Wasserwacht and the THW Neu-Ulm were deployed. Several divers and special sonar devices were also used for support. Despite the extensive efforts, the search had to be canceled at 8 p.m. due to the darkness.
Eyewitnesses report
Two eyewitnesses told about the events. Martina Henning, who was near the bank in Neu-Ulm, described how she witnessed the incident and had to watch in a feeling of helplessness how a young man drowned. She explained that all people in normal clothes, some of them with long pants, went into the water, which made the situation even more dangerous.
Another eyewitness that was only one meter from one of the saved people reported: "He was breathing" while she was on an emergency call. She explained that a third man jumped into the water to help them, but only came back with one while the other did not show up. These stories underline the moments of fate in the dark and illustrate how quickly the situation can worsen.
The search continues
After the at night of the search, the emergency services seem to be looking for the missing again on Saturday morning, supported by a police helicopter. These other measures, combined with boats and experienced divers, illustrate the determination of clarifying the situation as best as possible. The continuing concern in the community shows that such tragic incidents cause multi -layered emotions and to initiate discussions about security on water.
This incident and the associated tragedies are reminiscent of the importance of swimming safety and must continue to be associated with increased clarification measures in the future. Presence in dangerous places and promoting security instructions could prevent further accidents.
The authorities will continue to provide information as soon as they are available. The loss of a loved one represents an unprecedented challenge for the families concerned and increases the need to educate others about the risks of swimming in rivers.