Officials from the local unit of Ras El Bar City Council in Egypt reported today, Sunday, that 77 individuals were rescued from drowning after the sea level rose on the city's beach last Friday. The state of alert continues among local officials and the executive apparatus of Damietta Governorate following the elevated tide that affected the homes of citizens along the coastline.
Local officials indicated that despite warnings about the dangers of citizens entering the beaches, thousands flocked to the seaside, and specialized teams managed to rescue 77 individuals from drowning.
The head of Ras El Bar City, accountant Walid El Shahawy, stated that the city is witnessing an increased influx of holidaymakers seeking relief from the rising temperatures, despite the high waves. He added that operations are ongoing from dawn to dusk with intensive preparations from the local unit, enhancing beach services with tents for lost children, first aid points, equipment areas, towers, rescue teams, and cleanliness measures.
He noted that 115 lost children were safely returned to their families, and 77 drowning cases were rescued, with all leaving the beach safely. This is part of the unit's plan to raise the efficiency of all areas in the city and provide the best services to citizens and visitors of Ras El Bar.
Additionally, the local unit of the Ras El Bar City Council warned holidaymakers yesterday, Saturday, for the second consecutive day against visiting the beach due to "high waves and previously unprecedented water pull."
