Tragic Shark Attacks in the Philippines Claim Lives of Two Russian Divers
Two Russian tourists died in separate incidents during a diving excursion in the Philippines due to harsh currents and shark attacks.
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In a tragic incident in the Philippines, two Russian divers lost their lives after being separated from their group due to strong currents while scuba diving off Verde Island. Ilya Peregudin, 29, was found dead with severe injuries believed to be caused by a shark, while Maksim Melekhov, 39, was found unconscious and later declared dead after being transported to a hospital. The remaining divers and their instructor managed to return safely. Philippine authorities are investigating the incident and are calling for increased safety measures for divers in the region, where shark attacks are exceedingly rare.
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The divers were separated due to strong underwater currents while scuba diving near Verde Island in Batangas, Philippines.
The second diver, Maksim Melekhov, was found unconscious and later declared dead upon arrival at the hospital. The first diver, Ilya Peregudin, sustained severe injuries consistent with a shark attack, including the loss of his right arm.
Shark attacks in the Philippines are extremely rare, with none recorded in at least a year prior to this incident. Following the tragedy, local authorities are considering enhanced safety measures, such as mandatory local dive guides and improved monitoring of currents.
The investigation is ongoing to determine the full circumstances of the tragedy. Local authorities are reviewing safety protocols and urging divers to exercise heightened vigilance, especially in areas with strong currents.
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