A tragic incident occurred in the village of Nazlat Dawud, located in the Smalut district of Egypt's Minya governorate, where two children lost their lives after drowning in the Ibrahimiya Canal. The incident took place on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at approximately 8:53 pm. According to reports, the children, accompanied by their mother, were playing near the canal when they fell into the water.
The Egyptian Interior Ministry received a report of the incident, and immediately, security personnel, the river rescue team, and ambulances were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, the authorities found that the three children had fallen into the canal while playing. The river rescue team, assisted by local residents, began searching for the children and managed to recover the bodies of two of the siblings, Hader Youssef Abdullah, 5, and her brother Adham Youssef Abdullah, 1.5 years old.
The search for the third child, Abdullah Youssef Abdullah, 8, is ongoing. The children resided in the village of Istal, also located in the Smalut district, and were with their mother at the time of the incident. The bodies of the two recovered children were transported to the Smalut Specialized Hospital morgue, pending further investigation by the Public Prosecution.
The initial investigation revealed that the children were in the company of their mother when the incident occurred. The Prosecution has initiated an inquiry and tasked the district health inspector with examining the bodies. However, the cause of death could not be immediately determined, and it is planned for the bodies to be examined by the Forensic Medical Authority to ascertain the cause of death.
A report on the incident was filed, and the river rescue team continues its efforts to locate the third child, under the supervision of the security authorities. The incident has prompted the authorities to take the necessary legal actions. The Ministry of Interior has assured that the situation is being closely monitored.
The Egyptian authorities have been working diligently to respond to such incidents and provide support to the affected families. The community has expressed its condolences to the family of the deceased children. Local residents have praised the swift response of the rescue teams and the authorities in addressing the situation.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of water safety, particularly for children. The authorities have urged parents and guardians to exercise caution and ensure their children's safety near water bodies. An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident is ongoing.
Key points
- Two children drowned in the Ibrahimiya Canal in Egypt's Minya governorate.
- A search is underway for the third child who fell into the canal with his siblings.
- The incident has prompted an investigation and the authorities have taken necessary actions.
