According to data from the European Statistical Office, that Three years ago, 535 people lost their lives in water in water. It's 69 more than a year ago. In the list, Poland overtook Romania, which recorded a large decrease in the number of drowning – from 1033 in 2021 to 472 in 2022.
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Eurostat emphasizes that although the number of drowning is falling throughout the European Union, the problem still remains serious – especially in the summer, when the number of accidents above the water increases. In 2022, in the EU, 194 people drowned less than in 2021, which means a 4 % decrease.
The share of drowning in the total number of fatal accidents has also decreased – from 3.1 percent. in 2021 to 2.8 percent in 2022 This is the lowest level since 2011, when data collection began and when this indicator was 4.2 percent.
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Most drowning in France and Germany
In 2022, the largest number of fatalities as a result of drowning was recorded in France – 784 cases, which is 16 percent. all such deaths in the EU. Germany (542), Poland (535), Romania (472) and Spain (449) came in the following places.
In turn, the least deaths due to drowning were found in Luxembourg (1), in Malta (3), Cyprus (13) and in Slovenia (25).
Appeal for caution in the summer
In its announcement, Eurostat warns against the increased risk of accidents on beaches, lakes and pools in the holiday season. Experts remind you of the importance of responsible behavior over the water and to comply with safety rules – especially in unguarded places.
