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Man, 83, dies while snorkelling at Benidorm beach

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An 83-year-old man has died while snorkelling at Poniente beach in Benidorm on Sunday.

The Alicante Emergency Information and Coordination Centre (CICU) dispatched a SAMU ambulance to the scene. The medical team carried out advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other stabilisation procedures in an attempt to save him.

Despite their efforts, the man did not respond to treatment and was pronounced dead at the scene. Emergency health officials have confirmed that a post-mortem examination will determine the exact cause of death.

The Regional Emergency Health Service has reminded the public that advice on preventing drowning and staying safe during bathing and water activities is available on the Health Department’s website.

This article was written with AI assistance and reviewed by a human editor before publication.

Written by: TKONews

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