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Condolences extended to families and friends of Phillip Island drownings by Bass Coast Shire Mayor Clare Le Serve
Condolences to the victims' families. Gratitude to first responders and beachgoers involved. Prioritise safety: swim on patrolled beaches with lifeguards.
Our community is deeply saddened and affected by the drownings in our region. Whilst we live in a beautiful region surrounded by beaches; this is sadly a tragic reminder of how dangerous the ocean can be. We extend our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the remaining victim in hospital.
Bass Coast Shire and Phillip Island community mourns the recent drownings, a stark reminder of the ocean's dangers
We extend our thoughts and sincerest thanks to the first responders and other beachgoers who tried to save these victims in a major multi-agency operation. As always, we encourage all beach users to assess the environment and take precautions to prevent tragedy by swimming on patrolled beaches, checking signs and swimming between the flags.
If you are unsure about conditions on a beach; do not swim there. Please only swim on patrolled beaches where there are lifeguards. We want everyone who comes to enjoy our beaches to go home safely.
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