Tragic Drowning of 12-Year-Old Boy During School Rafting Trip in Pennsylvania
Boy drowns on school trip after being thrown from capsized raft
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Cesar Albarracin Guncay, a 12-year-old sixth grader from Pierson Middle School in Sag Harbor, New York, drowned during a school rafting trip on May 27 in the Lehigh River, Pennsylvania. He was thrown from a capsized raft and did not resurface. The incident has prompted safety reviews and community mourning.
- 01Cesar was part of a group of 74 students on an annual trip to Whitewater Rafting Adventures.
- 02The rafting excursion involved 13 rafts and occurred on a section of the river with water levels at 3.6 feet.
- 03Cesar's drowning was ruled an accidental drowning by the Lehigh County Coroner's Office.
- 04A GoFundMe campaign for Cesar's family has raised approximately $232,000 towards a goal of $350,000.
- 05The Sag Harbor Village mayor announced that flags would be lowered to half-mast in honor of Cesar.
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On May 27, Cesar Albarracin Guncay, a 12-year-old sixth grader from Pierson Middle School in Sag Harbor, New York, tragically drowned during a school rafting trip on the Lehigh River in Pennsylvania. Cesar was one of five students aboard an inflatable raft when it capsized, and he was the only one who failed to resurface. Despite the use of life jackets, the incident has raised concerns about safety protocols, prompting a review by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. The trip involved 74 students and was part of an annual excursion for the sixth grade. Following the tragedy, school officials provided counseling for students and staff, and the community has expressed deep sorrow. A GoFundMe campaign initiated to support Cesar's family has garnered significant contributions, reflecting the impact of his loss on the community. The mayor of Sag Harbor announced that flags would be flown at half-mast in remembrance of Cesar, who was described as a kind and athletic boy, beloved by his peers and community.
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The tragic incident has deeply affected the Sag Harbor community, leading to increased scrutiny of safety measures in school trips.
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