Israeli Man Drowns in Norway, Body Returned for Burial
Translated & summarized from 0404 by baba
A 24-year-old Israeli man drowned in a lake in western Norway during a trip. His vessel encountered distress due to severe weather and high waves. ZAKA coordinated with Norwegian authorities for the swift repatriation of his body. The funeral was held yesterday in Jerusalem.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- A 24-year-old Israeli man drowned in Lake Vangsvatnet, western Norway.
- The incident occurred due to severe weather and high waves affecting his vessel.
- His funeral took place yesterday at the Har HaMenuchot cemetery in Jerusalem.
- Baruch Nidam of ZAKA expressed support for the bereaved family.
A 24-year-old Israeli man, a resident of Jerusalem, drowned during a trip in western Norway. The incident occurred on Lake Vangsvatnet near Voss when the vessel he was on encountered distress due to severe weather conditions and high waves. His coffin arrived at Ben Gurion Airport late at night, where ZAKA volunteers and family members received it. The deceased was transported by ZAKA ambulance to Jerusalem for his funeral, which took place yesterday at the Har HaMenuchot cemetery. We share in their deep sorrow and accompany them in their difficult time."
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