A summer holiday on the Greek island of Rhodes ended in tragedy for a British woman and her family this week. Michele Bourda, 66, lost her life in a drowning incident while swimming in the sea near the popular resort town of Faliraki.
The fatal event occurred on Tuesday, 9th July, prompting a rapid response from local emergency services. Despite their efforts, Ms. Bourda was pronounced dead after being pulled from the water.
Emergency Response and Investigation
According to Greek media reports, the coastguard was alerted to the situation. An investigation into the precise circumstances surrounding the tragedy is now underway, as is standard procedure in such cases.
A spokesperson for the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office confirmed the devastating news. "We are supporting the family of a British woman who has died in Greece and are in contact with the local authorities," the statement read.
A Community in Mourning
The death of Michele Bourda serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the unforeseen dangers that can occur even during moments of leisure. Her family is now receiving consular assistance as they navigate this immense loss.
The local community in Faliraki and the British expat population have been shaken by the event, which casts a shadow over the peak summer tourist season.
