Tragedy on the Waters: A Glimpse into the Dark Side of Open Water Swimming A 67 year old man died during an open water swim event in Kelowna, British Columbia, raising questions about safety measures and emergency preparedness.
The incident has sparked concerns that the increasingly unpredictable nature of our climate may have contributed to the tragedy.
The Across the Lake swim event is one of Canada's oldest and largest open water competitions, with a history dating back to 1949. This year, over 1,200 participants took part in either the 2. 1 kilometer or 1.