Overview

• The Deutsche Lebens-Rettungs-Gesellschaft (DLRG) rescued 1,446 people in 2024, a significant increase from 1,120 in 2023.
• Among those rescued, 699 were saved from drowning, although 411 individuals tragically lost their lives in water-related incidents.
• DLRG membership reached a record 627,000, with 54,802 active volunteers contributing to over 2.6 million hours of service.
• Regions like Baden-Württemberg and Hamburg saw notable rescue increases, with 243 and 216 interventions respectively, supported by growing integration into emergency medical services.
• The organization continues to emphasize water safety, urging swimming only in lifeguarded areas and warning of risks like cold-water shock and unsafe diving practices.