Three drown in tragic Qatar beach accident
The father tried to save his son and a young girl but sadly drowned. A 40-year-old Indian man and two children drowned south of Fuwairet beach in a tragic accident…
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Qatar expert shares five myths about children who are drowning
The number of children who drown in Qatar is going up each year, the chairman of Qatar’s Kulluna Health and Safety campaign said this week.
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Qatar ministry stresses water safety for beachgoers
The advice comes days after 45-year-old Indian expat Thomas John drowned while swimming late at night with friends at a beach south of Doha.
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Community mourns after Indian man drowns at Qatar beach
Thomas John and several others were caught in a whirlpool and eventually rescued, but he could not be revived, friends said.
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Cabinet approves draft law to set swimming zones on Qatar’s beaches
Under the proposed legislation, signs will be installed informing the public where they can swim – as well as where the activity is prohibited – in addition to establishing hours when swimming is permitted.
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Three people reportedly drown in Qatar over Eid al-Fitr holiday week
As thousands flock to Qatar's beaches during this steamy holiday, the MOI is warning residents to take care when swimming in the sea, after three residents apparently drowned over the past few days.
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Friend who survived drowning in Al Khor recounts loss of two colleagues
Survivor recounts drowning of two friends in Al Khor while fishing for crabs over Eid Al Adha holidays. He said sharing the story would help families back home in the Philippines understand the tragedy.
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Qatar Coast Guard: Steer clear of Ras Abu Fantas beach
Qatar Coast Guard: Steer clear of Ras Abu Fantas beach Citing strong undercurrents and an uneven seabed, a Qatar Coast Guard official has advised residents to steer clear of Ras Abu…
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Search continues after three brothers believed drowned off Wakra coast
Authorities are hunting for the remaining child after three brothers – aged 11, 13, and 15 – were apparently pulled into the water by strong currents while picnicking along the Wakra…
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