Tragic Drowning of Buford Couple in Destin Florida Shocks Community as Son Survives Rescue Attempt

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A husband and wife from Buford drowned while swimming off the Gulf Coast in Destin, Florida, on Tuesday evening. Witnesses reported that the couple and their adult son were struggling in the water about 75 to 100 yards from the beach when a bystander rescued the son, but despite efforts from beach safety responders, the woman, 54, did not survive, and the 57-year-old man was later found but could not be revived. The ocean conditions at the time were moderate, with yellow flags indicating potential hazards.