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Lifeguard rescues woman from near-drowning at Tavronitis beach

Wednesday, 1 July 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A woman nearly drowned at Tavronitis beach, near Chania in western Crete, on the afternoon of Wednesday July 1. The incident caused significant alarm among beachgoers before a lifeguard intervened and rescued her. The quick response of the on-duty lifeguard is credited with preventing a tragedy. Tavronitis is a popular beach located roughly 20 kilometers west of Chania town, frequented by both locals and tourists during the summer season. This incident is a reminder that sea conditions along the Cretan coast can be unpredictable even on calm days. Tourists visiting beaches in the Chania region are advised to swim only in designated areas supervised by lifeguards, pay attention to flag warnings, and avoid swimming alone or far from shore. Always check current sea conditions before entering the water.

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