NewsWorld newsBeach HolidaysAuthorities have issued an urgent warning after a 56-year-old tourist disappeared off the coast of Lège-Cap-Ferret in France after being swept away by a violent riptide10:39, 25 May 2026Updated 10:58, 25 May 2026A tourist was pulled to her death by powerful currents at a holiday hotspot, prompting authorities to issue an urgent warning to beachgoers as conditions worsen.‌The 56-year-old German woman disappeared beneath the waves off the coast of Lège-Cap-Ferret in southwest France on Sunday after being swept away by a violent riptide. Officials said the strong ocean current dragged her out to sea.‌In a second tragedy, a man in his 60s also died in waters near the seaside town of Lacanau in the same region.‌The deaths come as treacherous currents continue to hammer France's Atlantic coastline, with rescue teams scrambling to save dozens of people from the water in recent days.Article continues belowSince Friday, emergency services have carried out 31 dramatic rescues, as officials warned holidaymakers to remain vigilant amid increasingly hazardous conditions.Officials have called for "maximum vigilance" due to "risk rip current baïnes" as temperatures in the region soar above 30C, with huge crowds flocking to the coast.This is a Breaking News story. You’ll be more likely to see our stories when any big news breaks in future by simply by clicking this link. You can also join The Mirror’s WhatsApp Community or follow us on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Threads - or visit The Mirror homepage.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌Breaking NewsBeach Holidays