agosto 31, 2023
So far in 2023, Costa Rica has reported over 80 deaths due to aquatic accidents, a number that is close to matching the total from the previous year, according to the Costa Rican Red Cross.
In total, authorities transported 39 people in critical condition due to these types of accidents and found 83 individuals deceased at the scene.
The most recent reported aquatic accident occurred in Santo Domingo de Heredia on Wednesday afternoon, involving four minors, one of whom died.
Cristian Quesada, Regional Operational Coordinator of the Red Cross, detailed the incident that took place in Heredia on Wednesday, August 30, of this year.
Authorities urge not to enter deep water areas if unfamiliar with the location or how to swim, to prevent such accidents, and to call the emergency system 9-1-1 in case of an emergency.
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