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Man, 40, Dies After Australia Day Rescue at Perth’s Mettam’s Pool

Authorities will prepare a coroner’s report into the fatal rip-current incident.

Overview

  • The men, aged 40 and 33, were pulled from the water at Mettam’s Pool in Perth’s northern suburbs around 3pm on the Australia Day public holiday.
  • Surf lifesavers provided emergency first aid before both men were transported by ambulance to Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital.
  • The 40-year-old was taken under lights and sirens and died a short time later in hospital.
  • The 33-year-old was taken under normal road conditions, and authorities have not disclosed his condition.
  • A report will be prepared for the coroner following reports the pair were caught in a powerful rip.