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Tragic whale strike claims life of SA kitesurfer Graham Howes | SA News

The South African extreme sports community is mourning the loss of Graham Howes, 38, after coroners confirmed that his death off Bloubergstrand on September 7 was caused by a whale strike. Authorities describe the incident as an extraordinary and tragic accident.

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How the Incident Unfolded

Howes, a respected kitesurfer known for his skill and adventurous spirit, had been riding near a pod of whales when one of the massive creatures struck him. The force of the impactestimated at over a tonrendered him unconscious, causing him to drown.

Evidence from three independent autopsies, alongside thorough investigation of the scene, confirmed the whale strike as the…

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