News · 28 May 2026

Nine people die in water during heat

Water safety warnings are issued after nine people died in incidents during the recent heatwave. Most of these nine deaths involved young people, with incidents occurring in rivers, lakes, and coastal areas. The life of 12-year-old Junior Slater was tragically ended in a Lancashire river; in addition, a 72-year-old woman similarly passed away in Pembrokeshire.

By BriefTea Editorial · 28 May 2026 at 0:34

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