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flag New Zealand reports 19 fewer drownings in 2024, but powered watercraft incidents rise.

flag New Zealand saw a significant drop in preventable drownings in 2024, with 71 deaths, down from 90 in 2023. flag The decrease is credited to improved water safety education and community efforts. flag While fatalities among young people aged 15-24 have sharply declined, drownings linked to powered watercraft have risen to 21% of all cases, up from a 12% average. flag Men over 55 remain at high risk, and the report highlights ongoing safety concerns for Maori and Pasifika communities.

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