Drownings in Swiss water bodies on the rise again

At least 15 people have died in swimming accidents over the past 30 days. This figure is higher than last year’s. Up to July 21, the number of deaths was higher than in 2024 and 2025, but still lower than in 2022 and 2023, according to a spokesperson for the Swiss Life-Saving Society. Viewed over the years, the figures are therefore on the high side. When the weather is fine, a dip in the cool water is particularly tempting. According to the Swiss Life-Saving Society, this also increases…