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An 11-year-old girl tragically lost her life while swimming in a beach resort pool during a family vacation in Liguria, Italy.

The tragedy marked the fifth case in three months involving the passing of a minor in a swimming pool in the country.

An expert has since told Bored Panda how these tragedies could be prevented, as well as the major warning signs that could indicate that a pool is not safe for children or adults.