Recent days have seen multiple reports of schoolchildren encountering dangerous sea conditions while bathing. In one incident off Hungama Kalametiya beach, three students aged between 12 and 18 were swept away by strong currents, prompting immediate search operations by life-saving teams. Separately, off Galle Face beach, three young individuals, reportedly schoolchildren aged 12-15, were caught by powerful waves. While two were successfully rescued and hospitalized, one remains missing, and search efforts are continuing. The incidents highlight the risks associated with sea bathing in rough conditions.
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Schoolchildren Swept Away by Sea Currents in Separate Incidents
TLDR
Hungama Kalametiya: 3 students swept away, search continues.
Galle Face: 3 children caught; 2 rescued, 1 dead, 1 missing.
Incidents highlight dangers of sea bathing for schoolchildren.
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Update #2\u00b7 Jun 10 · 4:46 PM