Μake us preferred on Google A tragedy unfolded near Veria in northern Greece when an 18-year-old woman died at the Dermata waterfall near the village of Rizomata one day before celebrating her 18th birthday.
The young woman had gone to the waterfall with a male friend to relax and take photographs on Thursday afternoon. The two entered the water together, but she did not resurface.
The friend initially thought her not resurfacing was part of a prank, be he soon realized that the she was missing. He immediately called Greece’s emergency number 112, to request help.
Strong forces from the Fire Department rushed to the scene, while divers from the disaster response team (EMAK) began searching the water for the teenager.
Found after hours of searching
After several hours of searching, divers located the 18-year-old unconscious and pulled her from the water.
She was transported to a hospital, where her death was confirmed.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. Initial information indicates that a medical condition is among the possibilities being examined.
Investigators are also considering whether the young woman may have experienced a health problem while in the water or suffered an injury that caused her to lose consciousness and prevented her from reaching the surface.
A forensic examination is expected to determine the exact cause of death.
The Dermata waterfall is a known destination for residents and visitors to the area, located a short distance from the village and attracting people for swimming.
