At least four people have lost their lives after a powerful wave swept swimmers out to sea while they were in a popular pool on the Spanish island of Tenerife. The incident occurred at the Isla Cangrejo pool, which boasts breathtaking views of volcanic rock but also poses significant dangers due to its proximity to the ocean.
According to local authorities, three people have been recovered from the water so far - a 35-year-old man, a 55-year-old woman, and another male victim whose identity remains unknown. A fourth victim, also a woman, succumbed to her injuries on Monday, a day after being airlifted to a hospital.
The victims were Romanian and Slovak nationals, with their respective governments confirming the news. The pool's popularity among foreign tourists is well-documented, but it seems that some visitors ignored warning signs and fencing put in place during rough seas.
Experts warn that swimmers face significant challenges when trying to return to shore after being swept out by powerful waves. Local residents have expressed frustration at the risks posed by such pools, citing the presence of slippery rocks just below the waterline as a particular hazard.
"It's very difficult for anyone dragged out to sea to get a foothold on the rocks," said one resident, who wished to remain anonymous. "The pool is extremely dangerous - people don't know how the sea behaves here."
Authorities have issued a statement acknowledging the risks and urging swimmers to heed warning signs. "We ask people to pay attention to the signage put up by the authorities," said Emilio Navarro, the mayor of Santiago Del Tiede. "It's to take care of and protect everyone." This incident follows another tragedy in November when strong waves claimed three lives and injured 15 more in Tenerife.
According to local authorities, three people have been recovered from the water so far - a 35-year-old man, a 55-year-old woman, and another male victim whose identity remains unknown. A fourth victim, also a woman, succumbed to her injuries on Monday, a day after being airlifted to a hospital.
The victims were Romanian and Slovak nationals, with their respective governments confirming the news. The pool's popularity among foreign tourists is well-documented, but it seems that some visitors ignored warning signs and fencing put in place during rough seas.
Experts warn that swimmers face significant challenges when trying to return to shore after being swept out by powerful waves. Local residents have expressed frustration at the risks posed by such pools, citing the presence of slippery rocks just below the waterline as a particular hazard.
"It's very difficult for anyone dragged out to sea to get a foothold on the rocks," said one resident, who wished to remain anonymous. "The pool is extremely dangerous - people don't know how the sea behaves here."
Authorities have issued a statement acknowledging the risks and urging swimmers to heed warning signs. "We ask people to pay attention to the signage put up by the authorities," said Emilio Navarro, the mayor of Santiago Del Tiede. "It's to take care of and protect everyone." This incident follows another tragedy in November when strong waves claimed three lives and injured 15 more in Tenerife.
... I can only imagine how terrifying it must've been for those swimmers who got swept out to sea. And it's crazy that some people actually ignored the warning signs, like they were invisible or something 
. The pool might be beautiful with its views of volcanic rock, but safety always comes first, you know? 
I mean, what if that fourth victim hadn't gotten airlifted to the hospital on time? 
It's just so frustrating when you think about all those warning signs and how people still manage to take risks. And now there are more families who have lost a loved one due to someone else's carelessness... 
what a sad news...pool is meant for fun but not for risking life 
i feel so bad for the victims fam, especially those romanian & slovak nationals who came to enjoy the island life 
warning signs & fencing are put in place for a reason 
can we do more to spread awareness about pool safety though? 
u guys think the pool's location is a bonus for views, but honestly its like they're asking for trouble. anyone who's ever seen those waves from the shore knows how treacherous it is to swim near the waterline... 
the whole thing just screams "don't do it" and yet people still come here expecting nothing but fun in the sun? 
its like they're not even reading the signs 
or paying attention to local warnings 
that happened at Isla Cangrejo pool in Tenerife! Can you believe those warning signs just weren't enough to save people's lives 
? I mean, I get it, the views are insane and all, but not worth risking your life, right?! 
And can we talk about how slippery those rocks must be down there? Like, no wonder people got swept away 
. The authorities need to step up their game and make sure these pools are safer for everyone, especially tourists who might not know about the risks 
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authorities need to do more than just put up signage, they should also provide swim lessons and training for people who want to try their hand at ocean swimming 
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. It's frustrating to see authorities acknowledging the risks but not doing enough to mitigate them.
It's sad to see the price that's being paid for people's recklessness. 
that's super sad, another pool safety issue... i feel for the romanian & slovak families who lost their ppl 
gotta be careful when swimmin near the ocean 