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Tragic Kitesurfing Accident Claims Life Amid Extreme Winds

1/10/2026

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A 46-year-old kitesurfer died at Tayo Beach, Bat Yam, Israel, on January 9, 2026, due to extreme winds.
Two other surfers were injured after losing control and being thrown about 150 meters into the rocks.
Magen David Adom paramedics found the unconscious man and pronounced him dead after resuscitation.
Authorities are investigating the incident.
Dr. Amir Givati of the Israel Meteorological Service warned coastal gusts of 100–115 km/h.

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A 46-year-old kitesurfer died at Tayo Beach, Bat Yam, Israel, on January 9, 2026, due to extreme winds.
Two other surfers were injured after losing control and being thrown about 150 meters into the rocks.
Magen David Adom paramedics found the unconscious man and pronounced him dead after resuscitation.
Authorities are investigating the incident.
Dr. Amir Givati of the Israel Meteorological Service warned coastal gusts of 100–115 km/h.