Three people have died in a tragic clam fishing incident off the coast of Savary Island, British Columbia, authorities confirmed Thursday.
The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon when a group of individuals were reportedly harvesting clams in the waters near the island, located about 100 kilometers northwest of Vancouver. Emergency services were called to the scene after reports of a distress signal.
First responders arrived to find three individuals unresponsive in the water. They were pronounced dead at the scene. The identities of the victims have not been released pending notification of next of kin.
The cause of the incident is under investigation by the British Columbia Coroners Service and local law enforcement. Preliminary reports suggest that strong currents or tidal changes may have played a role, but no official cause has been determined.
Savary Island is a popular destination for clam harvesting and other recreational activities. Local authorities have urged caution for those engaging in similar activities, especially during changing tides or adverse weather conditions.
This incident marks one of the deadliest clam fishing accidents in the region in recent years. Officials are expected to provide further updates as the investigation progresses.
