Competitor dies during swimming portion of IRONMAN Texas course in The Woodlands, organizers say
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Key Points:
- A participant in the IRONMAN Texas triathlon died during the swimming portion of the race held in Lake Woodlands at Northshore Park.
- The Woodlands Fire Department was alerted to a missing swimmer at 7:36 a.m., and after a search involving sonar detection, the victim was found about 10 feet underwater and pulled from the lake at 9:39 a.m. before being pronounced dead.
- The participant's identity has not been released, and a death investigation is underway by the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office as per protocol for drownings.
- IRONMAN Texas organizers expressed condolences to the athlete's family and friends and thanked first responders, stating they will offer support and have no further comments out of respect.
