Tragedy Strikes at NSW Dam: 29-Year-Old Worker Dies in Canoe Capsize Horror
- A 29-year-old worker has lost his life after a canoe capsized at a dam in NSW’s west, leaving his family and friends in shock.
- The tragic incident occurred at Clover Hills, Jaunter, 42km south of Oberon, at around 7:30am on Tuesday.
- A second man, who was also on the canoe, managed to swim to safety after the boat flipped, but his colleague was not so fortunate.
A devastating scene unfolded at Clover Hills, Jaunter, on Tuesday morning when a canoe capsized, claiming the life of a 29-year-old worker. Emergency services were called to the dam at around 7:30am, and a search was launched for two men reported missing.
According to police, one man, believed to be in his 30s, was able to swim ashore, but his colleague was not so lucky. The body of the 29-year-old was recovered from the water at around 9:15am, leaving his loved ones in a state of grief.
SafeWork NSW has confirmed that it has been notified of the incident and is responding. “SafeWork NSW inspectors are attending in response and are making inquiries,” a spokesperson said. A report will be prepared for the coroner, and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy is underway.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, and tributes are pouring in for the young worker who lost his life. As the investigation continues, friends and family are left to pick up the pieces and come to terms with the devastating loss.
In a statement, SafeWork NSW urged workers to exercise extreme caution when working near water. “We remind all workers to take necessary safety precautions when working near water, and to report any incidents or near-misses to SafeWork NSW,” the spokesperson said.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that workers face on the job every day. As the community rallies around the family of the deceased, one thing is clear: this tragedy will have a lasting impact on all those involved.