Second death of tourists reported in Hawaii after waves pulled them into the water

Hawaii is one of the most beautiful places in the world to visit. But lately it’s been in the news for all the wrong reasons.

On Tuesday afternoon, a tourist was thrown into the sea by a wave on a Kauai beach. First responders were dispatched for an “unresponsive swimmer,” according to the Release from Kauai Police.

The person was identified as a 62-year-old New York man who was vacationing on Kauapea Beach. People on the beach attempted to resuscitate the victim until personnel arrived.

According to the release, advanced resuscitation efforts were performed by medics after fire station personnel attempted to use an AED and Lucas device. The man was pronounced dead when taken to hospital.

Local police say no foul play is suspected, but the death is currently under investigation and an autopsy is underway.

“Kauapea Beach is not a patrolled beach and the public is urged to use caution when entering the water. However, officials strongly recommend swimming only at beaches with lifeguards,” the statement said.

Just a week ago, more victims were killed when strong waves swept people into the water at Keiki Beach on Oahu’s north shore. Like Kauai, Keiki is a beach without lifeguards.

63-year-old Brian Kunic was visiting the beach with his wife from California when a huge wave pulled him into the water. He was pronounced dead after being returned to shore from the water.

That information was provided by the GoFundMe which was created to help Carolyn Killion, his wife, cover the costs of his services.

Laura Sue Jett, 72, and her daughter Laura Rich, 31, were also pulled into the water along with Kunic. They were both taken to the hospital, as Jett was in critical condition and Rich was in serious condition.

Unfortunately, Jett passed away days later.

A GoFundMe has also been established to help their families with all costs that need to be covered due to the accident.