Imagine a scene straight out of a horror movie, but sadly, this was real life on a beach in Castellammare di Stabia near Naples! A five-year-old boy and his grandma, playing carefree on an inflatable mattress, were swept away by a strong sea current and wind for a staggering four kilometers from the shore. Yes, you read that right — four kilometers! While the grandma bravely threw a lifebuoy to help her grandson, she couldn’t get back to shore herself. Luckily, the harbor captaincy quickly responded and rescued them from this nightmare. But the drama didn’t end there — the boy’s grandpa, who stayed on the beach, fainted from shock and also needed urgent medical care. This story is a loud warning to all of us: don’t use inflatable mattresses, rafts, or small rubber boats when there’s strong wind or currents! The harbor captaincy urges maximum caution because these situations can end tragically. And while we all admire the bravery of the rescuers, one has to wonder — how many more of these dramas must happen before we realize how dangerous the sea really is? If you ever thought an inflatable mattress on the water was safe, think again! So, what do you think about these beach dangers? Ever had a close call yourself? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s the bravest among us!
