Recent Drownings Reported in US and Canada

Recent days have seen multiple fatal drownings across the U.S. and Canada. In Olivehurst, California, a 66-year-old man drowned while trying to dock his boat at the Star Bend boat ramp, despite rescue efforts. In San Antonio, Texas, a man died after jumping into Woodlawn Lake and struggling to stay afloat, marking the fourth drowning at that location this year, with prior victims including an 18-year-old swept away during flooding. In Canada, a 75-year-old man from North York drowned after his canoe capsized on Balsam Lake in the Kawarthas. Authorities in all locations are urging the public to exercise caution near water, use safety gear, and be mindful of hazardous conditions. These incidents highlight the ongoing risks associated with water activities.