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A 12-year-old boy dies in the Douro river

Notícias de Coimbra13 September 2026 at 20:11

A 12-year-old boy died today in the Douro river in Avintes, in the municipality of Vila Nova da Gaia. The boy lost his life by drowning in the waters of the Douro river. The authorities were alerted to the incident and went to the scene. The exact circumstances of the accident have not yet been clarified.

Why this matters

This tragedy directly affects the local community of Avintes and Vila Nova de Gaia, particularly families with children, warning about the risks associated with access to rivers and riverbank areas. The occurrence raises questions about safety in these areas and the need for prevention measures.

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