Overview

• Emergency crews conducted a water search at 31st Street Beach on Monday after reports of a missing swimmer.
• A dive team recovered an unresponsive individual, who was transported to the University of Chicago Hospital
• CPR was performed on the scene, but the victim was later pronounced dead by the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office.
• Experts are warning about the risks of cold water shock and hazardous conditions in the Great Lakes, particularly before lifeguard patrols begin on Memorial Day.
• The Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project reports eight drownings so far in 2025, highlighting a seasonal spike in fatalities.