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Four members of a Pune family tragically died on Sunday afternoon in a waterfall behind the Bhushi Dam in Lonavala. Among the victims were a mom and three children. One minor family member remained missing as of Monday morning.
The family had traveled to Lonavala for a picnic; they were from the Pune suburb of Hadapsar. When they entered the waterfall area behind the well-known Bhushi Dam, their peaceful excursion tragically became terrible. Strong currents and slick rocks combined to be lethal.
A rescue mission was started right away by the Pune rural police, INS Shivaji staff, and volunteers from the "Shivdurg Mitra Mandal." They put in every effort to find the family members who had gone missing in the dangerous waters.
Fourth Victim Recovered in Lonavala Bhushi Dam Mishap, Search Continues for Missing Child
— Punekar News (@punekarnews) July 1, 2024
Lonavala, 1st July 2024: Yesterday, around 12:30 PM, five people were swept away from the famous Bhushi Dam in Lonavala. Initially, three bodies were found, all deceased. Authorities have… pic.twitter.com/sQHXLJywo3
During the rescue operations, three bodies were found: the 13-year-old girl Ameena Salman, also known as Adil Ansari; the 8-year-old younger sister Umera Salman, also known as Adil Ansari; and the 37-year-old woman Shahista Liyakat Ansari. Rescuers hoped to discover the missing minor safe, so they kept searching for him.
The Bhushi Dam region, a well-liked vacation spot with gorgeous scenery and waterfalls, can be especially dangerous in the rainy season. As this terrible incident shows, accidents can result from increased water flow and slick circumstances. Accidents still happen despite the authorities' frequent warnings to tourists about the risks.
When visiting such natural wonders, it is important to exercise caution and follow safety procedures, as this tragedy offers a sad lesson. It also emphasizes how crucial rescue efforts are and how committed the people who work on them are.
This tragedy has had a major impact on the local community, and many people have expressed their sympathies to the grieving family. The area has been depressingly affected by the deaths of young people and the sadness of the family members who are still alive.
Horrible Incident has come to light near the backwaters of Bhushi Dam Lonavala area of ​​Pune (A family was enjoying a rainy day here, when they slipped into the dam) 💔
— Ghar Ke Kalesh (@gharkekalesh) July 1, 2024
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Authorities are still advising tourists to proceed with maximum caution when they are near bodies of water, particularly during the monsoon season. Additionally, they advise visitors to observe all safety alerts and stay away from dangerous locations.
Lastly, the sad drowning tragedy at the Bhushi Dam in Lonavala serves as a reminder of the risks associated with natural water bodies during the rainy season. Three youngsters among the four deaths serve as a disturbing reminder of the significance of safety precautions and attentiveness. The search for the missing minor continues in the hopes of finding her, and the efforts of the rescue teams are praiseworthy.
