Surfeuse Espadon Incident: A Grievous Loss in the Surfing Community
Surfeuse Espadon Incident Details
On Friday, an Italian surfer, Giulia Manfrini, tragically passed away after being struck by a swordfish while surfing off the coast of Masokut Island in western Indonesia. Reports confirm that the swordfish pierced her chest, resulting in a deep injury. Lahmudin Siregar, acting head of the Mentawai disaster prevention agency, mentioned that her injuries were severe and she was taken to the nearest clinic but succumbed before receiving aid.
Community and Support
Giulia, a 36-year-old influencer with over 27,000 followers on Instagram, co-founded a surf travel agency and was deeply rooted in the surfing community. This tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the risks surfers face in unpredictable environments.
The Hidden Bay Resort Mentawai, where she was staying, expressed their condolences through social media, sharing the impact of her loss on both her family and the surfing community.
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