Two Young Girls Drown in Separate Incidents in Quepem and Agonda.

*South Goa, May 6:* In a heartbreaking turn of events, two young girls lost their lives in separate drowning incidents reported from Quepem and Agonda on Monday.In the first incident, a minor girl tragically drowned while swimming in a river in Quepem. According to local authorities, she was part of a group of children playing near the water when the accident occurred. Despite efforts by bystanders and emergency responders, she could not be revived.Later the same day, a second drowning was reported from Agonda beach, a popular tourist destination in Canacona taluka. The girl, reportedly on an outing with her family, was swept away by a sudden strong current while wading in shallow waters. Lifeguards and locals launched a rescue attempt, but she was declared dead upon retrieval.Both incidents have sent shockwaves through the local communities, prompting appeals for increased safety measures near water bodies, especially during the summer vacation period when children are more likely to venture out for recreation.The police have registered cases of unnatural death and are investigating the circumstances surrounding both tragedies.Local leaders and residents have extended their condolences to the grieving families, while authorities urge parents and guardians to exercise extreme caution when children are near rivers or beaches.