President James Michel has visited the Adam Musa, Charlette and Lucas families this afternoon, following the tragic events of Sunday and Monday which caused a total of seven deaths.

The President was accompanied by Minister for Community Development, Youth and Sport Vincent Meriton and the Minister for Social Development and Culture, Bernard Shamlaye.

"We are all grieving as a nation for the loss of their loved ones, each family has suffered unimaginable pain, and I wished to express my sympathy in person. There are no words that can describe these tragedies. I join the Seychellois nation in prayer during this difficult time. We will assist these families in trying to rebuild their lives," said the President.

The President also called for greater safety measures at Beau Vallon beach as well as fire safety education in households and workplaces.

"There are too many fires taking place in the country, and this year has been a particularly high number. More needs to be done to minimise the risk of fires as well as to educate household members how to best respond in the case of fires."

The President also noted that Life Guard services as well as warnings on Beau Vallon Beach would need to be evaluated.

"There is a need to carry out a comprehensive evaluation of the life guard services that are being provided to the Government by private contractors," concluded the President.