Puerto Rico

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Terrifying Incidents in Puerto Rico Waters: Tourist Dies and US Marine Goes Missing

ARL Puerto Rico Section - beach drownings - Puerto Rico - U.S. Marine - water safety

Deadly beach drownings and a Marine in distress - the waters of Puerto Rico are shrouded in mystery and danger. Find out more!

Amidst the picturesque beaches of Puerto Rico, tragedy struck as an American tourist tragically lost their life in a drowning incident. Simultaneously, a U.S. Marine, Samuel Wanjiru, went missing in the waters off Luquillo. The community's shock and dismay were palpable, reflecting the somber mood that loomed over the area.

As search efforts intensified for the missing Marine, the news spread like wildfire, with authorities and rescue teams working tirelessly to locate Samuel Wanjiru. The dangerous currents of Puerto Rico's La Pared Beach added complexity to the search mission, creating a sense of urgency and concern among locals and officials.

In a parallel event, a new training course offered by the ARRL Puerto Rico Section provided a glimmer of hope and positivity amidst the somber news. With fifty-three students enrolled in the course led by ARRL Technical Coordinator Carlos Roig, the initiative aimed to educate and empower individuals in the field of amateur radio.

The incidents in Puerto Rico waters serve as a stark reminder of the unpredictable and perilous nature of the sea. From deadly beach drownings to the valiant efforts of rescue teams and the resilience of communities, the events highlight the fragility and strength intertwined in coastal life.

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American tourist dies, U.S. Marine missing in separate incidents off ... (CBS Dallas / Fort Worth)

"This month has been deadly when it comes to beach drownings in the area of Puerto Rico," the Coast Guard said.

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New details on search for US Marine from Mass. swept off Puerto ... (NBC10 Boston)

Jesús Márquez, mayor of Luquillo, Puerto Rico, told NBC10 Boston that the entire community is dismayed by the incident, which involves a young couple who ...

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Marine from Worcester missing in waters off Puerto Rico (Worcester Telegram)

Samuel Wanjiru, 26, began to struggle after going in the water Wednesday afternoon in the beach area of “La Pared” in Luquillo, Puerto Rico, according to the ...

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Search efforts continue in Puerto Rico for missing Worcester Marine (masslive.com)

Samuel Wanjiru is a native of Worcester who was stationed in Chicopee, officials said Friday. Rescuers are still trying to find him in Puerto Rico.

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Photo of missing US Marine from Mass. released as massive search ... (Boston 25 News)

U.S. Coast Guard Sector San Juan search-and-rescue crews are supporting the Puerto Rico Emergency Management Bureau, Policía de Puerto Rico, and Luquillo Surf ...

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US Marine from Mass. swept away by dangerous current in Puerto ... (Yahoo! Voices)

This month has been deadly when it comes to beach drownings in the area of Puerto Rico, according to officials.

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US Coast Guard search for missing Marine who 'came into distress ... (WPEC)

Samuel Wanjiru, 26, of Massachusetts was visiting the beach area of La Pared in Luquillo with family when he "came into distress" after going into the water ...

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26-Year-Old Marine Goes Missing in the Water Off Puerto Rico ... (PEOPLE.com)

Authorities are continuing to search for U.S. Marine Samuel Wanjiru, 26, who vanished while swimming at a Puerto Rico beach on Wednesday.

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Coastguard hunts missing US marine, 26, who vanished while ... (Daily Mail)

Samuel Wanjiru, 26, was swept out to sea at Puerto Ricos' La Pared Beach in Luquillo on Wednesday hours after a father was killed rescuing his teen ...

New Training Course Offered by the ARRL Puerto Rico Section (ARRL)

Fifty-three students have enrolled in the course, taught by ARRL Technical Coordinator and Instructor Carlos Roig, WP4AOH, who draws from the ARRL License ...

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US Coast Guard searching for Marine who went missing off Puerto ... (Yahoo Movies Canada)

A search is underway for a U.S. Marine who disappeared while swimming at a Puerto Rico beach during a high surf advisory, the U.S. Coast Guard said.

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26-Year-Old Marine Goes Missing in the Water Off Puerto Rico ... (Yahoo Canada Shine On)

Samuel Wanjiru, 26, was visiting the island with his family when he vanished on Wednesday, the U.S. Coast Guard said.

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US Coast Guard search for missing Marine who 'came into distress ... (NBC Montana)

Samuel Wanjiru, 26, of Massachusetts was visiting the beach area of La Pared in Luquillo with family when he "came into distress" after going into the water ...

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US Marine missing off Puerto Rico coast after visiting beach (Loop Caribbean News)

The Coast Guard continues search efforts for a 26-year-old US Marine who went missing on Wednesday while at a beach in Puerto Rico. Samuel Wanjiru, a US ...

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Crews in Puerto Rico search for a fourth day on Saturday for a ... (Boston 25 News)

Corporal Samuel Wanjiru was last seen on Wednesday at a beach in Luquillo.

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