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Fistral Beach deaths emergency response praised by witness

Police said officers were trying to locate a handbag belonging to the woman which it understood was on her person when she entered the water.

It is described as leather-style, orange or peach in colour with a shoulder strap, measuring about 30cm by 30cm (12in by 12in) and thought to contain several personal items with significant sentimental value.

The force said: “At what is an incredibly difficult time for the family, they would take great comfort in being reunited with these belongings if possible.”

Ross Macleod, water safety manager at the RNLI, said the two deaths were a “tragic reminder around how dangerous open water can be” and urged people to visit lifeguarded beaches and be aware of the risks.

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