During this period, flags will fly at half-mast, and official institutional events organized by the council are suspended. Additionally, on Sunday at 12 PM, a minute of silence will be observed at the Palau Municipal, in plaça de la Font, in mourning for the young victims.
The incident occurred on Friday when a group of six youths were swimming in the Cova del Gos area under a yellow flag. Despite difficulties due to the waves, three of the minors managed to exit the water, but the other three had to be rescued. A 12-year-old boy drowned, and two 13-year-olds were evacuated in critical condition to the Joan XXIII Hospital in Tarragona, one of whom has since died. Thus, there are two fatalities: a 12-year-old and a 13-year-old.
The rocky area where the six youths were swimming, located between Arrabassada beach and Miracle beach, was outside the lifeguards' coverage and visibility.
“"The sea is dangerous; all safety measures must be taken, and unnecessary risks avoided. One should never jump from the rocks."
The mayor of Tarragona, Rubén Viñuales, lamented the incident and extended his condolences to the families and friends of the victims, urging caution.
