The body of Sofía Devries, the young diver missing in Puerto Madryn, was found
The body of 23-year-old diver Sofía Devries, who went missing in Puerto Madryn, was found after an extensive search in the area.
After nearly two days of searching, the body of 23-year-old diver Sofía Devries was found in Puerto Madryn, Argentina. She had been practicing diving on Monday morning in the area of the artificial underwater park Hu Shun Yu 890 when she disappeared. The recovery of her body was carried out by a diver from the Naval Prefecture during the ongoing search efforts in Golfo Nuevo.
Sofía's body was located at a depth of 20 meters, near the site of the sunken Chinese fishing vessel Hu Shun Yu 809, highlighting the challenges faced during the search operations. Specialized diving and rescue personnel from the Argentine Naval Prefecture have been working diligently in the area to retrieve her body from the water. Her disappearance has raised concerns about safety practices in diving, especially in remote locations like Puerto Madryn.
The incident sheds light on the risks associated with recreational diving and the need for stricter safety measures to ensure the well-being of divers. Local authorities and diving organizations may need to review and enhance safety protocols to prevent future tragedies, as the community mourns the loss of a young life cut short under tragic circumstances.