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DRK Water Rescue Team Berlin Saves 1,100 in Busy Summer Season

160 volunteers kept Berlin's waterways safe this summer. Their dedication resulted in 1,100 people being assisted, with 18 critical rescues.

In this image there are few ships in the water, few houses, trees, poles, cables and the sky.
In this image there are few ships in the water, few houses, trees, poles, cables and the sky.

DRK-Water Rescue Helps 1,100 People During Summer Season - DRK Water Rescue Team Berlin Saves 1,100 in Busy Summer Season

The German Red Cross (DRK) Water Rescue Team in Berlin had a busy summer season, with 160 volunteers working tirelessly to ensure safety on the city's waterways. They operated from three stations, assisting around 1,100 people in total.

The volunteers, acting as lifeguards, divers, and patrol boat crew, covered a vast area including the Unterhavel river, Großer Wannsee, and several lakes. They successfully completed 810 missions, with 18 being immediate rescues. Despite the high volume of work, no specific details were found about who supported the team during the 2022 season.

The DRK Water Rescue Team's dedication and hard work resulted in approximately 1,100 people being assisted during the summer season. Their efforts highlight the importance of water safety and the need for such services in the Berlin area.

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