Okanagan Lake Drowning Crisis Deepens | Calgary News

A tragic drowning death at Hot Sands Beach in Kelowna has sparked alarm across British Columbia, where drowning incidents are surging—37 deaths this year, a 42% jump from last year. Six of those have occurred on Okanagan Lake alone in just over a month. Officials warn drowning is preventable: always wear a life jacket, avoid alcohol near water, never swim alone, choose guarded beaches, and appoint a water watcher. Remember—drowning happens silently and quickly, even in crowded areas without lifeguards. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/780f1fcef98cdc96