Feb 15 • 14:35 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Firefighters search for man who fell into the sea while taking a photo at Praia da Guarita, in Torres

Firefighters are conducting search operations for Douglas Martins Vargas, a 33-year-old man who fell into the sea while taking a picture at Praia da Guarita in Torres, Brazil.

Firefighters in Torres, Brazil, are actively searching for a 33-year-old man named Douglas Martins Vargas, who went missing after falling into the sea early on Sunday morning. Reports indicate that Vargas descended to the area known as Furnas do Diamante around 6:30 AM to take a photograph when he unexpectedly fell into the ocean. The search efforts were initiated following an alert from a friend who was on the scene. The search operations are facing significant challenges due to adverse conditions at the site. High waves, murky water, and considerable amounts of foam on the surface complicate the firefighters' ability to locate Vargas. Additionally, strong rip currents may have swept him further along the beach, necessitating a wider search area and potentially leading to multiple locations that could complicate recovery efforts. To assist in the search, the fire department has deployed boats and a helicopter, underscoring the seriousness of the situation and the urgency of finding Vargas. As the search continues, the community remains hopeful for his safe return, while the conditions highlight the dangers of taking photographs near the ocean, especially in rough waters.

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