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Two Teens Drown in Separate May Day Tragedies in Tuscany and Marche

Both incidents occurred in prohibited swimming areas, prompting rescue efforts and investigations into safety compliance.

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Overview

  • An 18-year-old boy drowned in Lago dell'Accesa, Tuscany, after entering the water with a group of companions; emergency responders confirmed his death at the scene.
  • Another teenage boy drowned earlier in the day in the Furlo Natural Reserve, Marche, where swimming is banned to protect visitors and the environment.
  • Multi-agency rescue operations involved fire brigade divers, helicopters, and law enforcement at both sites to recover the victims.
  • The 18-year-old victim was reportedly a foreign unaccompanied minor residing in a care center in Grosseto province, highlighting the vulnerabilities of migrant youth.
  • Authorities are investigating both cases and reviewing adherence to no-swimming restrictions in the protected areas.