A young man from Assiut drowned at Bitash Beach in western Alexandria on Saturday morning, while river rescue teams continue their efforts to locate and recover him from the sea.
Details of the Drowning Incident
Authorities received a report that a young man identified as “Ziad,” from Assiut Governorate, had drowned while at Bitash Beach.
According to preliminary information, the young man was accompanied by two friends who were spending their vacation before he drowned at around 8 a.m.
River rescue teams immediately moved to the location and began searching the waters, intensifying efforts to locate the young man and recover him.
Previous Drowning Incident at Bitash Beach
The latest incident comes only days after another young man, identified as “Ziad M.,” drowned at the same beach after attempting to rescue six people from drowning.
However, waves and strong sea currents swept him farther into the water.
Bitash Beach Is Closed to Swimming
The Central Administration for Tourism and Resorts in Alexandria had previously confirmed that Bitash Beach, where the latest incident occurred, is closed and not designated for swimming.
Warning signs are also placed at the beach to alert citizens against entering the sea, particularly in areas that are not designated for swimming.
Rescue Efforts Continue
River rescue teams are continuing their search operations in the sea in an attempt to locate and recover the missing young man, while authorities continue to monitor developments surrounding the incident.
What happened at Bitash Beach in Alexandria?
A young man from Assiut, identified as “Ziad,” drowned at Bitash Beach in western Alexandria on Saturday morning.
When did the drowning occur?
Preliminary information indicates that the incident occurred at around 8 a.m.
Is Bitash Beach open for swimming?
According to the information provided, the beach involved in the incident is closed and is not designated for swimming.
Has the young man been found?
According to the available information, rescue teams were still searching for him and attempting to recover him from the sea.
Was there another recent drowning at Bitash Beach?
Yes. A young man drowned at the same beach several days earlier while attempting to rescue six people from drowning.
