It's been one of the worst summers for drowning deaths in Victoria on record, according to authorities.
A trio of men, believed to be from the city's west, were swimming at Marengo, near Apollo Bay, about 1.15pm yesterday when they were swept out to sea.Brianna Hurst was sitting on the sand when she heard the cries for help, quickly jumping into the surf to help.One by one, she rescued the men and carried them onto the sand.
"I jumped into action without thinking what I was doing, I did everything I could have done to help them," the 33-year-old said."It feels good I could help them out. I am happy I was there to help. I did something anyone else would do." Bystanders, volunteer lifesavers and off-duty doctors raced to the scene and started CPR on the beach.
Two of the men were rushed to hospital in a critical condition, but sadly one 26-year-old man died at the scene.Two men were taken to hospital in a serious condition. It's been one of the worst summers for drowning deaths in Victoria on record, according to Surf Life Saving Victoria Executive Advisor Paul Shannon.
"People aren't adhering to messages and they aren't arming themselves with the knowledge to keep themselves safe at the beach.
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