A devastating accident occurred on Sunday afternoon outside Punta Pirata spa in Puntarenas, Costa Rica, leading to a dramatic rescue effort. A group of individuals were unexpectedly pulled away by the potent currents, leading to frantic calls for help from bystanders. The Costa Rican Red Cross swiftly arrived at the scene to provide immediate assistance.
Red Cross Responds to Crisis Situation
Three Red Cross rescue units, including seven crew members, promptly sprung into action to save three adults caught in the turbulent waters. One of the victims, critically injured, was transported via a Red Cross ambulance to the San Rafael Clinic. The remaining two individuals managed to get themselves to the clinic for necessary medical treatment.
Search Continues for Missing Child
The tragedy unfolded at approximately 2:47 p.m., and the search extended well into the night for a fourth individual, a ten-year-old child who is yet to be located. The search operation resumed early the following morning, with Red Cross personnel, two ambulances, a Support Unit, an Operations Unit, and a rescue boat being deployed for both land and sea operations.
Loss of Life at the Clinic
Regrettably, one of the adult victims, Olivier Alpízar Rodríguez, later succumbed to his injuries at the clinic. This tragic incident has shaken the local community and highlights the unpredictable nature of sea currents, even in spa areas.
