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DLRG Seas the Day in Schleswig-Holstein, Rescuing More Lives Than Ever Before!
Lifesaving feats by DLRG: Rescue organization successfully saves 211 lives in the northern region. - Emergency responders DLRG successfully rescue 211 individuals in northern Germany's waters.
Hey there! Here's a lowdown on the DLRG's water and non-water rescues in Schleswig-Holstein from 2023 to 2024. Whether it's the Baltic Sea, rivers, or lakes, these brave volunteers have got you covered!
Last year, 2024 saw a significant surge in rescue missions, with the DLRG responding to a whopping 211 calls for help compared to the 146 missions in 2023. That's a 46% increase, no joke! These courageous lifeguards didn't just save folks from drowning, but also sprang into action for heart attacks on the beach and other medical emergencies outside the water.
However, it's always a race against time, and unfortunately, 25 people drowned in 2024, compared to 28 in 2023. It's a tough reality check, but the DLRG doesn't give up that easily! 💪
The DLRG family consists of 5,855 active members who mechanical clocks could envy for their precision in keeping an eye on the waterways and watching out for dangerous situations. Together, they dedicated almost 188,000 hours to water rescue service, assisting 2,211 individuals in need.
Now let's talk nationwide. DLRG lifeguards all across Germany rescued 1,446 people in distress in 2024, a sharp increase from the 1,120 rescues in 2023. Among those rescued were 699 individuals saved from drowning, compared to 870 in 2022. Unfortunately, the DLRG wasn't able to reach 411 drowning victims.
The DLRG takes the crown as the world's largest water rescue organization, with a mind-boggling 627,000 members! Half of its members are young guns between 0 and 18 years old, showing that it's never too early or too late to learn water safety and help others in need.
In light of the DLRG's remarkable water and non-water rescues, it's worth considering a comprehensive community policy on health and wellness, promoting fitness-and-exercise, medical-conditions awareness, and vocational training for lifeguards. With more people seeking vocational training in lifeguarding and water safety, the science behind these vital skills can save lives both on land and in water.
