A British tourist has died after encountering difficulties in the water near Kato Gouves beach on the northern coast of Crete. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon when a 60-year-old man was seen in the water, after which he experienced some kind of problem. He was pulled from the water unconscious and taken to Heraklion General Hospital, where he was later declared dead. Authorities are currently conducting an initial investigation into the incident, and an autopsy is planned to determine the cause of death. At this time, the UK Foreign Office has not been contacted for consular assistance. This is the second such incident involving British tourists in the Mediterranean this month. Last month, a 34-year-old British holidaymaker died after being rescued from the sea near Marathonisi, a small island off the coast of Zakynthos. The swimmer received CPR at the scene before being taken to the hospital, where he later died from his injuries. These events have raised concerns about the safety of swimming in certain areas, especially during peak tourist season. In a separate incident, parts of Spain were affected by severe flooding this week. A British man was found dead after his Volvo was swept away in Olivella village, located in the hills surrounding western Barcelona. His body was discovered approximately 500 meters from the waterlogged vehicle. The flooding has caused significant damage in the region, prompting emergency responses and evacuations in some areas. These incidents highlight the risks associated with natural disasters and water-related activities in popular tourist destinations. While authorities work to investigate the causes of these tragedies, they also emphasize the importance of safety precautions for visitors in vulnerable areas.