11 people drown trying rescue at rocky beach in northern Egypt
CAIRO – Eleven people drowned off the coast of northern Egypt, local authorities said Friday, at a beach known for its rocky jetty and fast-moving waters. A young boy ran into the Mediterranean near the city of Alexandria and began having difficulties, said the city’s central tourism administration. When a man from the group jumped in to rescue him, he became caught in the waters, too. A total of 10 people who tried to help all died, said Maj. Gen. Jamal Rashad. Area lifeguards are off duty due to the coronavirus pandemic.