# Two men die rescuing children from sea at County Durham beach

Two men drowned after entering the sea to rescue children at a beach in County Durham. The children were safely brought ashore, but the men could not be revived. The incident highlights the risks of water rescues and has prompted local safety warnings.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jul/12/two-men-die-after-going-into-sea-to-rescue-children-at-county-durham-beach) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 20:01:32 GMT