A tragic accident struck Egypt&rsquo;s coastal city of Alexandria when six students lost their lives and 24 others sustained injuries during a drowning incident at Abu Talat beach in the Agami district. The group, reportedly on a field trip organized by an academy specializing in air hospitality, was caught off guard by powerful waves.
According to officials, ambulances and emergency teams rushed to the site. Three students were treated immediately at the beach, while 21 were transferred to nearby hospitals. &ldquo;Our priority is ensuring the injured receive the best medical care and supporting their families during this crisis,&rdquo; said Khaled Abdel-Ghaffar, Egypt&rsquo;s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Health and Population.
The Health Ministry, while refraining from disclosing details of how the incident unfolded, strongly advised the public to follow beach safety regulations. Authorities emphasized that group trips, especially those involving students, should adhere to strict guidelines to avoid similar tragedies.
The Alexandria drowning comes at a time when weather conditions in the wider region have been unstable. Romania too, faced nature&rsquo;s fury, where violent storms left three dead and four injured after trees, roofs, and power poles collapsed across several counties including the capital, Bucharest. Two elderly women were later confirmed as victims of flooding in the region, further underlining the rising frequency of extreme weather events across Europe and its neighbors.
Officials in both countries have urged residents to remain vigilant, take weather warnings seriously, and prioritize safety over leisure during unpredictable conditions.

Tragedy at Alexandria Beach: 6 Students Drown

Field trip turns deadly as waves sweep away students; 24 others injured

Tragedy at Alexandria Beach: 6 Students Drown

Field trip turns deadly as waves sweep away students; 24 others injured

August 24, 2025 | 20:40 IST