The search efforts for Sofía Devries, a 23-year-old woman who went missing while diving near Puerto Madryn, have entered their third day. As the search resumed at dawn, the Federal Prefecture utilized new equipment in an ongoing effort, while authorities began to investigate the circumstances leading to her disappearance on Monday afternoon, when she was last seen underwater. Witness accounts indicate that she was diving at a depth of 25 meters when issues occurred that hindered her ascent.

During her dive, which was part of her certification process to become a diver, Sofía encountered difficulties, as reported by her diving partner. Despite the efforts of their dive group to locate her, she has not yet been found, raising concerns of potential negligence in the handling of the dive. The situation has not only attracted attention locally but has also instigated legal scrutiny regarding the events leading to her disappearance, emphasizing the need for safe diving practices and regulations.

In response to the search operation, the SB-15 'Tango', a ship equipped with state-of-the-art technology capable of operating under challenging underwater conditions, has joined the efforts. This vessel, measuring 50 meters in length and staffed by a crew of 43, is expected to enhance the search and provide more effective assistance in locating Sofía. The investigation is critical, as it will examine whether there were lapses in safety protocols that could have contributed to this tragic incident, urging greater vigilance for future diving activities in the region.