Tragic surfing accident: 33-year-old dies on the Eisbach wave!

Tragic surfing accident: 33-year-old dies on the Eisbach wave!

München, Deutschland - A tragic misfortune reports reached the surfing community: a 33-year-old Surfer died a week after a serious accident at the Eisbach wave in Munich. The incident occurred late Wednesday evening of last week when the security lines, which was attached to their ankles, got caught at the bottom of the Eisbach. As a result, it was pulled under water by the current.

Although other surfers tried to help her, they failed due to the strong current. The fire brigade was finally able to save the woman out of the water, but she was in a critical condition and had to be cared for in intensive care.

extensive security measures

The Eisbach wave was closed as a result of the accident to prevent further incidents. This decision was made in cooperation between the district administration department and the fire brigade, which could not exclude the great danger to surfers. The entire area is cordoned off and by signs with the request "Entering forbidden! Attention life danger!" characterized to warn the public.

The Bavarian Wave Riding Association, which represents around 3,000 surfers, has expressed concerns that the authorities could possibly overreact. They demand simple but effective measures to improve security when surfing. Particular attention is paid to the security leash, which becomes a danger in such situations, since it cannot detach itself in the event of a strong current.

suggestions for security improvement

Representatives of the Munich Surfer Community, such as Moritz von Sivers, the second board of the Surfen interest group in Munich, are intensively committed to better safety rules. They plan to develop concrete suggestions that include the provision of additional rescue equipment, such as a throwing bag. The possibility is also discussed to introduce security systems that open up in the event of danger.

The Eisbach wave, which has been frequented by surfers since the 1980s, had not recorded a serious accident until this incident. The city of Munich has announced that it will reduce the water levels and inspect the route in order to explore the exact cause of the accident. Possible causes could be obstacles like an e-scooter at the bottom of the Eisbach.

The severity of this incident leads to the demand for warning signs that indicate the dangers of the security lines. The city is responsible for the implementation of security measures on the Eisbach, and it remains to be seen which steps will be initiated next to ensure the safety of the surfers.

Oe24 reports that the Eisbach wave remains closed for the time being. In addition, BR about the decision of the authorities and the concerns of the Bavarian wave riding association. Further details on the proposed security measures and the history of the Eisbachwelle offers weather.com .