– Students swept away by river in Iritty
– Body recovered from river in Iritty.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
In a heartbreaking turn of events, the body of one of the two female students who went missing in the Padiyoor Poovam river has been recovered. The deceased has been identified as Shaharbana (28), a final year psychology student from Edayannur studying at a private college in Irikkur. The search is still ongoing for Suriya (21) from Ancharakandi, who was with her at the time of the incident.
The tragic incident took place around 4 pm on Tuesday when the two students, after visiting a classmate’s house at Padiyoor Poovam, decided to take photos and videos on the riverbank before entering the water near the water authority’s tank. Despite efforts from fishermen and a water authority employee to warn them about the dangers, the students were swept away by the strong current.
During the ordeal, one of the students got entangled in the fishermen’s nets in the river but was unfortunately swept away by the current as they tried to bring the net ashore. Despite the valiant efforts of the fire rescue team’s scuba divers, both students could not be rescued from the treacherous waters.
Efforts to Locate the Second Student
As the search continues for Suriya, authorities are leaving no stone unturned to locate the missing student. The community has come together to support the families of the students during this difficult time, with prayers and well-wishes pouring in from all corners.
Lessons to Be Learned
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of water safety and the need for vigilance when near bodies of water. It is crucial for individuals to be aware of their surroundings and to heed warnings from local authorities and experienced individuals when engaging in activities near rivers and lakes.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of Shaharbana and Suriya during this challenging time. May they find solace and strength in each other as they navigate through this devastating loss.
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– students swept away by river while taking pictures in Iritty
– body recovered from river in Iritty.