Like every monsoon, there has been a raft of reports about people drowning at different spots across the state. We hear of drownings in lakes, rivers, ponds and beaches, too. This edit space has highlighted a recent drowning at Juhu beach and in that context, the importance of obeying rules made for beach-goers (there was a time restriction recently) because defiance may mean danger and, in some cases, death. The past weekend did see a relaxation as alerts for rain were lifted, but we must remember that there may be sporadic restrictions and rules through the season.

Entering water bodies just for a lark or a quick swim when cautioned not to is extremely dangerous but there are other perils, too. People may not enter the waters but there are any number clambering over rocks and tetrapods on the shore. There are some people who park themselves on ledges close to the sea. Some try balancing acts. Many completely underestimate the power of a wave, it can take you away in a minute, flirting with danger on some perches close to the sea.