Israeli Tourist Drowns in Norway Kayak Accident, Another Injured
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
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- Israeli tourist drowned in Norway kayak accident.
- Unstable weather caused the kayak to capsize.
- Another Israeli tourist was injured and hospitalized.
- Foreign Ministry and ZAKA are handling repatriation.
- The deceased was 26 and from Givat Ze'ev.
A 26-year-old Israeli man from Givat Ze'ev drowned during a kayaking trip in Norway while on vacation with friends. The group's kayak capsized due to unstable weather conditions, leading to the fatal accident. A second Israeli friend sustained injuries and was airlifted to a hospital in Bergen for treatment.
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that its embassy in Oslo and the department for Israelis in distress abroad are actively engaged with local authorities on the matter. They are providing support and communication with the deceased's family.
ZAKA's International Operations head, Baruch Nidham, stated that the organization has begun handling the deceased's body with respect and is coordinating with local officials for its repatriation to Israel for burial. ZAKA's international team is working with the 'Menucha La'ad' company, the Foreign Ministry, and relevant bodies to expedite the return of the body for a timely funeral.
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