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Child Rescued After Near-Drowning at Agios Nikolaos Beach in Crete

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

A young child came close to drowning at a beach in Agios Nikolaos, Lasithi, on Wednesday afternoon, July 1. The child was rescued and immediately transferred to Agios Nikolaos Hospital for medical evaluation. The incident serves as a timely reminder of water safety risks along Crete's coastline, particularly during the busy summer season when beaches become crowded and supervision can be challenging. Tourists visiting beaches in the Lasithi region, and across Crete generally, are advised to swim only at supervised beaches flying a green flag, keep children within arm's reach in the water, and pay attention to posted safety warnings. Lifeguards are present at many organized beaches, but conditions can change quickly. Always check sea conditions before entering the water, especially with young children.

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