# Lake Como drowning rescue by Polish tourist

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/lake-como-drowning-rescue-by-polish-tourist
> Updated: 2026-08-19T13:48:34.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

On August 12, 2026, Polish swimming instructor Alicja Klag rescued two men from drowning in Lake Como near Abbadia Lariana. The incident occurred when a mattress carrying the two men, who were described as weak swimmers, overturned.

While one man reached shallow water independently, a 27-year-old man began to sink. Klag intervened immediately to bring the men to shore before emergency services arrived. One of the rescued individuals required hospitalization in serious condition.

Following the event, the Mayor of Abbadia Lariana, Roberto Azzoni, met with Klag at the town hall to present her with a diploma of appreciation for her bravery and quick reaction. Klag expressed modesty regarding the rescue, noting that others assisted and attributing the outcome to divine grace.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-19: Alicja Klag rescues two men from drowning in Lake Como

Polish swimming instructor Alicja Klag rescued two men from drowning in Lake Como, Italy. She received official recognition from the Mayor of Abbadia Lariana for her bravery.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alicja-klag-rescues-two-men-from-drowning-in-lake-como

### 2026-08-16: Lake Como: Polish tourist rescues two men from drowning

Polish swimming instructor Alicja Klag rescued two men from drowning in Lake Como, earning a commendation from the Mayor of Abbadia Lariana for her heroic actions.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lake-como-polish-tourist-rescues-two-men-from-drowning

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