Diving accident in Lake Starnberg: police appeal to athletes to stay at home

After a diving accident on Lake Starnberg, the police appealed to athletes to refrain from activities. Rescue workers are used elsewhere these days.

Allmannshausen - A diving accident in Lake Starnberg at the level of the Allmannshauser Wall occurred around 10.30 a.m. on Sunday morning. The police report: “After a normal dive to a depth of 29 meters after leaving the lake, a 59-year-old from Munich suddenly complained of symptoms of paralysis and shortness of breath, whereupon another diver informed the rescue service. The injured man was then flown to the Murnau accident hospital by rescue helicopter. He was constantly conscious. "

The victim was a very experienced diver who was himself an instructor. According to the police, it is not yet known whether he used his equipment incorrectly or whether a previous illness led to the symptoms.

The officials make it clear: The practice of sports is also permitted in Corona times, just like purely sports activities on the lakes. However, the police urge the athletes to refrain from their activities. Otherwise there would be regular rescue operations, which would stress rescue workers and police officers. However, those would be "increasingly involved in the dynamic situation surrounding the corona virus".

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