A man who 'lived life to the full' has died in a tragic paragliding accident on the cliffs of Wales. Daniel Morgan, 42, from Cross Hands, was pronounced dead at the scene in Rhossili Bay, Gower Peninsula, on Monday, May 11.
Despite the efforts of emergency services, Mr Morgan could not be saved, as reported by Wales Online. In heartfelt tributes, his family and friends described him as 'loyal', 'honest', and having 'a heart larger than life'.
Plans for a Fundraising Event
Friends are organizing a 'Gower Epic', a two-day event featuring climbing and cycling, to raise money for the Coastguard in gratitude for their response.
Police and Inquest Details
South Wales Police confirmed they were called by HM Coastguard at 9pm on May 11 after reports of a fatal incident at the cliffs in Rhossili, Swansea. A police spokesman said: 'Despite the best efforts of the coastguard and air ambulance, 42-year-old Daniel Morgan from Cross Hands died at the scene.' Investigations are ongoing.
Senior coroner Aled Gruffydd confirmed an inquest was opened on May 18 and adjourned until November 4 at 10am.
Tributes from Family and Friends
In statements through two fundraisers, Mr Morgan's family said he 'truly lived life to the absolute fullest'. They added: 'He approached the world with open arms, a sense of adventure, and a heart larger than life. It was during one of these adventures, doing what he loved, that Daniel was involved in a tragic paragliding accident. It brings us some comfort that he was in the company of his friends at a location he loved, Rhossili Bay.'
They described him as a 'fiercely loyal, honest, and deeply caring brother, son, and friend'. The family is raising money for Wales Air Ambulance and the Coastguard as a thank you. They said: 'We want to extend our deepest gratitude to HM Coastguard. They were the ones who showed up for Daniel in his moment of need.'
A friend wrote: 'His presence in my life went beyond his place in the climbing community. He always had a place at my table, a hot cup of tea, and hours of conversation. From climbing to paragliding to base jumping, this outrageous, courageous man had a unique outlook on life. Dan was a key part of his communities and his mark will remain as long as we embrace his selflessness.'
