Man disappears after jumping off pier on the coast of SP; firefighters search the canal
A 52-year-old man has gone missing after jumping off the Licurgo Mazoni Fishing Pier in Bertioga, São Paulo, prompting extensive search efforts by local firefighters.
A 52-year-old man disappeared after jumping off the Licurgo Mazoni Fishing Pier in Bertioga, located on the coast of São Paulo. Eyewitnesses reported to the Maritime Firefighters Group (GBMar) that after one of his jumps, the man went underwater and did not resurface. This incident occurred on the afternoon of Friday, the 27th, leading to an immediate search operation by local authorities.
Search teams began looking for the missing man on Friday with the assistance of boats and divers. Despite their efforts, he could not be located. Searches resumed on Saturday, the 28th, conducted by GBMar alongside the 6th Firefighters Group, which is responsible for the region. As of the most recent reports, the man remains unaccounted for, and the search operations are ongoing.
The incident highlights the risks associated with water activities and the importance of safety measures at recreational sites like piers and beaches. Local authorities are likely to evaluate safety protocols in light of this incident, particularly in popular tourist areas where similar accidents could occur. The community is anxiously awaiting news about the missing individual as well as any updates from the rescue teams.