I see nothing wrong with this logic. Months after Buhl's recovery, he and. Our staff is trained in how to respond to safety matters appropriately. Good fing luck suing in Mexico and stay the f home if you can't deal with foreign languages or use common sense. ", RELATED: Crocodile bites off woman's arm in Africa 5 days before her wedding, "We review our plans and procedures often and work closely with the appropriate authorities on an ongoing basis," she continued. Pati is in one of Mexico's most popular beach destinations, the beautiful, charming town of Puerto Vallarta. Sarah Laney, a bystander from St. Louis, heard Hummel scream. I rarely expect everything in other non English speaking countries to be written just for me. Even if she gets into an American court, it would still apply Mexican tort law, not California law, since the accident occurred there. I don't. We also gave windsurf classes on the beach first and then continued providing instructions in the ocean. Melissa Laurie, 28, was swimming in a lagoon at night with her twin sister Georgia on a beach located about 10 miles from the city of Puerto Escondido, a popular surf resort with British tourists, when the crocodile attacked, grabbing Melissa and dragged her under the water. A 12-foot crocodile nearly killed a vacationing teacher in Mexico. Nature is typically always trying to kill you. Please view our advertising policy page for additional details about our partners. Definitely not the hotel's fault. Its not like there arent salt water crocs and anyway they can swim in any body of water. Also, you are expecting PV to be Norway ---- its not, its Mexico. Marriot needs to be responsible for what happened is lawyer speak for they need to cough up money for me and me new client. Jami Tarris/Getty Images. Just so you all know, beaches in Mexico are federal property, this means no hotel, condominium, house or the like own the beach. Sorry, that doesn't cut it. A hole dug deeper than two feet will most likely result in finding a snake pit below the sand. I'm going to Marriot Vallarta in some weeks time and it's in the middle of a quite huge city. , Laney said: It was definitely one of the craziest and scariest things Ive ever experienced Honestly, Ill never forget it when the crocodiles head came out above the water. They said he took a picture of the crocodile. Watch on. "Our staff is trained in how to respond to safety matters appropriately. Hummel, a recent Novato High School graduate, described the attack to ABC7 News from her hospital bed at Marin . That was really bad. I had a little watersport business on the beach, renting out Jet skis, peddle boats and windsurfers. Even the local children sometimes swim in the rivers knowing this. During that time I have never seen a crocodile in the Bay called Bahia de Banderas. Unlike the JW Marriott Los Cabos, which is not managed by Marriott. The incident happened at the Marriott resort in Puerto Vallarta just before midnight when Kiana Hummel and her friend decided to go swimming late. She was going towards the water and the crocodile ran ashore and dragged her in. A TEEN is lucky to be alive after she fought off a 12-foot-long crocodile while swimming in Mexico. In an interview with ABC7 News, Kiana recalled: I just remember saying, please dont leave me. Charlie Buhl, a 12-year-old boy from Philadelphia, was attacked by a crocodile while vacationing with his family at Mexico's Club Med Cancun resort in June. "It took them forever.". Bottom line. The attack happened just before midnight at the Marriott resort in Puerto Vallarta. Please stop. Font Size: A Californian teenager was attacked by a crocodile while on vacation and managed to barely survive the ordeal. From a liability/risk management standpoint, even in a country like Mexico, you can't monitor a beach in a situation such as this 24/7. It's like 6ft tall, metal, and prominent, not some hand-lettered thing stuck into the sand. Good fing luck suing in Mexico and stay the f home if you can't deal with foreign languages or use common sense. The teen is expected to make a full recovery, though it'll be a long journey to get to that point. Presumably the hotel knew that this risk existed (even if these kinds of attacks are rare), and it seems like more should have done than just having a lit-up sign that no one would read in the dark. She got on the next flight from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta. Shes one that would walk up to a bear or a bison in state park be attacked and blame it on the park. COPYRIGHT 2022 PVDN, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED |, Armed robbery leaves one injured in Puerto Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta (PVDN) A man was injured by a gunshot during a robbery in the residential area of Puerto Vallarta. They said they were not given a verbal warning and they only learned of the warning sign after the attack. And it's not like the hotel has only phone to call an ambulance, anyone can call. An American teenager has been attacked by a crocodile while on holiday in Mexico. And since English is an international language, not only having signs for the myriad foreign tourists in English would make sense, but having signs posted in the lobby and something in the room. As others have noted, these things can happen when you go into the ocean, especially at night, but it's something thousands/millions of people do daily. On Thursday, March 9th at 4 pm, Enrique, Mexicos President: There is more democracy in Mexico than could exist in the United States, MEXICO CITY (AP) Mexicos president said Tuesday his country is more democratic than the United States. A crocodile sunk its teeth into a woman's ankle and shin, but she managed to free herself, with the help of nearby tourists. Assuming she gets into an American court and the hotel's assumption the risk defense is unavailing, then she could collect some damages. Instead a Marriott spokesperson released the following statement about the incident: The safety and security of our guests and associates are our top priority, and we can confirm that appropriate signage, as well as night patrolling and red flags were and are properly in place. She gets an insider's tour of the best street food in Puerto Vallarta. This saurian would be more than 3.5 meters long and attacked the girl, who was staying at this complex. Be Careful digging in the sand on the beach. I believe the Westin and Marriott, which are separated by a few blocks, are both Marriott-managed. Stupid people do stupid things. The woman's friend,. Do we want to have a sign before every kind of risk in our lives? "She managed to survive with no missing toes, no missing limbs, no broken bones, just massive muscle and tendon damage," said Martinez, a medical assistant at UCSF Medical Center. SO CRAZY! Crocks have also been spotted recently in the ocean at Los Muertes beach in old town in broad daylight. Perhaps she should not be hanging out on sand at night but I think most people would not be expecting a croc comes out of sea and drag someone into Pacific Ocean. I'm thinking I'm not the "entitled" on here. The reforms would cut spending, First migrant caravan of the year left southern Mexico with a thousand people heading to the US, Puerto Vallarta (PVDN) On Tuesday, February 28, the first migrant caravan of mostly Central Americans left the southern border of Mexico with approximately a thousand people heading to the United States, despite the new immigration restrictions applied in the country. With the tug-of-war going nowhere, the rescuers changed tactics. I was in Port Douglas a few years ago and a tourist woman got killed by a croc by jumping in the water at night the day before we got there. Do we really want to have signs in all kind of languages on every beach? Even the local children sometimes swim in the rivers knowing this. Helloooo!!! but they say they saw it only afterwards anyway so they didn't see it any when it was lit by daylight. Miraculously, she survived and didn't lose any limbs, although she does have extensive muscle and tissue damage all the way to the bones and is currently unable to walk. People apparently did not play the video. Kiana Hummel, who lives in California's Bay Area, said she and a friend decided to go for a late-night swim when the croc jumped out of the water and grabbed her right leg. We all did a mad dive into the lawn to avoid the horse. I just went into shock.. "It was really a tug-of-war. But in this scenario it's common sense 101 that you DON'T enter unfamiliar waters, alone and especially at at night. There is just not enough people around to help you if you are drowning, unconscious, etc.. Also the visibility is so restricted that if you manage to yelp for help, they night not see you when scanning around. I do believe youre one of those people who think and act like they know it all. Two U.S. tourists were injured by a crocodile at Mexico's Puerto Vallarta resort when one went swimming in the ocean at night and the other went in the water to help him. Thats what travel insurance is for. Agree regarding the comment about expecting everything in English. Agree regarding the comment about expecting everything in English. Two U.S. tourists were injured by a crocodile at Mexico's Puerto Vallarta resort when one went swimming in the ocean at night and the other went in the water to . 911 works in PV and I think Crocodile attack, ambulance, Marriott Marina would cut through the language barrier. This experience has taught Hummel to be patient with those she'll be treating someday and pick up on nonverbal cues. Yes the rest of the world drawing of crocodile is facing left, but American capitalism crocodiles are based on Lacoste which faces right. Her and her mother cannot work to care for the wounds around the clock, and as we all know bills such as rent, car payments, food, out of pocket medical expenses will still be needed. Two US tourists were mauled by a crocodile at Mexico's popular Puerto Vallarta resort when one went for a night swim in the ocean and the other followed him into the water to help. Your feedback is important in helping us keep our community safe. But since the sign is in Spanish not French, I'd say it's definitely not Lacoste! That's ALSO common sense 101. The author of this story is overly sympathetic to the girl. Laney's friend, Natalie, wrote a review of the hotel on Trip Advisor where she said: "I understand you don't want to 'scare' guests, but the following day, there should've been big YELLOW signs to warn of the attackmy group is TRAUMATIZED by this experience.". I'm glad she's ok. Most helpful comments ( as chosen by the OMAAT community ). I did not see a picture of the crocodile. Made me laugh how dare in Mexico they dont Have English signs! Hummel said she remained calm even as she got dragged under the water. I fully expect Marriott to address this problem by imposing a "Reptile Protection Fee" on future guests to cover the additional signs and translation costs. This is a perfect example of the need for emergency evacuation insurance with a medical benefit. Going into other creatures habitats, whether at noon or midnight, the person assumes some responsibility for the risk. Afraid of sharks? I can see how she may have an issue with the speed and the quality of medical help provided after the incident but that's about it. For the medical attention part, I'm giving the benefit of doubt here due to language barrier or Americans being afraid of having no insurance (yes our system is so f***ed you can go bankrupt). Then again that's why I'm so pessimistic, I know that most companies, corporate and otherwise, don't REALLY care that much about the people they're serving when sh** gets real. I stayed at this hotel recently. So while its rare that crocodiles attack humans in the ocean, it can happen. Melissa Laurie, 28, was swimming in a lagoon at night with her twin sister Georgia on a beach located about 10 miles from the city of Puerto Escondido, a popular surf resort with British tourists, when the crocodile attacked, grabbing Melissa and dragged her under the water. Been swimming with them for years. Never heard about the existence of crocodiles in During that time I have never seen a crocodile in the Bay called Bahia de Banderas. July 20, 2022, at 6:17 p.m. 2 American Tourists Injured in Crocodile Attack in Mexico. It is is very inexpensive and is included with most travel insurance policies. World Wildlife Crocodile Nature Mexico. All Rights Reserved. Chrissie Watkins it toomuch??? But, we all should probably check our health insurance or any other insurance when traveling to Mexico. Most attacks occur near or in the water. It was four or five times. They just poured bottles of water on her wounds, and put bandages on her. Teen details crocodile attack at Mexico beach resort Kiana Hummel, 18, is recovering at a hospital after she was attacked by a crocodile while vacationing at the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa on Mexico's Pacific coast. Eventually, the group was able to get the crocodile to let go of Hummel and they were able to bring her to safety. What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway before starting college this fall, turned into a real life nightmare for 18-year-old Kiana Hummel, who was attacke. An 18 year old in Mexico without parents. If a two year old child can get dragged into the water and killed at Walt Disney World in the middle of the day (of all places), then how does a relatively more mature young adult, with the benefits of education and some life experience, consider it any safer to go to the water at night when sharks and crocodilians are most active?! Marriott suggests that guests should be vigilant for their safety, though what exactly does that look like when the beach is open at night with no lighting, and a crocodile emerges from the ocean and attacks you. I am surprised by the callousness of the comments - it was a young 18-year old who should not be expected to be aware of that, particularly if there were no clear warnings in english. Gee you're all blaming her for going swimming when the news report says she was SITTING ON THE BEACH WITH A FRIEND and was DRAGGED INTO THE WATER by the crocodile!!! I agree with James here that any alleged delay in calling an ambulance is troubling as an artery could have bled out, etc. I agree that Marriott should have been more vigilant in warning guests, as you note. "It could have ended so much differently," Martinez said. I'm sure she had been there earlier than her fateful swim and will have seen the sign in daylight. Both say nobody at the @Marriott warned them crocodiles were in the ocean. So, if you want to sue someone, sue the federal government, not even the PV municipality. [Kiana] has extensive muscle and tissue damage and needs a lot of medical attention, but with her wonderful mother and family by her side she will achieve this but it also comes with extra unforeseen costs to her and her family. If you are going to swim at night in any area with large predators, just slather yourself in BBQ sauce and stand by. Laney, who was in Mexico to celebrate her completion of chemotherapy, said she shudders to think what would have happened had Hummel been alone that night or if the wood-wielding employee hadn't shown up. Hummel's friend and four good Samaritans fought the reptile to a draw before a hotel employee, armed with a hunk of wood, struck the crocodile. I and my children have spent hours right in that ocean, only at day time. Ever," Laney said. And I didnt think I was getting out that second time. HUGE assumption on your part. I was in Puerto Vallarta for years and the river crocs were well known to hang out on the 6th green of the near by golf courseright on the river. For those wondering how a crocodile could get into the ocean, theres a river leading into the ocean from near the hotel, and even a crocodile viewing area of sorts not far away. Silly to believe Marriott is somehow responsible for a tourist with little common sense. I am glad she is OK, but she still deserves to face consequences of her own negligence. PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO (KABC) -- In Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, two American tourists were attacked recently by a crocodile. How about some common sense. "Honestly, I will never forget it when the crocodile's head came above water. The American Crocodile is far less aggressive than the Nile or Australian crocs but, cmon, this was an Uber Eats delivery that the animal wasnt going to pass up. Just got back from PVR last night. Arrest warrant issued for top NFL Draft prospect Jalen Carter, ABC7 Chicago says farewell Meteorologist Phil Schwarz, $1M winning Powerball ticket sold in Chicago. I also wonder how dangerous it is to swim during day? I mean, swimming at midnight is a normal thing? I have been in Puerto Vallarta before. How would the Marriott have any responsibility here? I heard about the attack at the pool, from a large group that was vacationing there. I am glad she is OK, but she still deserves to face consequences of her own negligence. It's an ocean. Sorry if this was already posted I didn't see it. Maybe the hotel is posting scam reviews since some of the ones that appear suspicious take the hotel's side. I'm afraid you are just continuing to look foolish. In fact, just returned from a couple of weeks on the Red Sea and Gulf of Arabia. @Patti: exactly. Fortunately there were some brave people who heard screams, and came to the teen's rescue. . There are numerous other animals that can be viewed at El Cora sanctuary including a tejon (Mexican raccoon), turtles, parrots . Stopped laughing! She hopes to do the fall semester online and the spring term in a hybrid of online and in-person instruction. Crocodile, Photo by Aldric RIVAT on Unsplash. The Madness of Crowds. Kianas friends have set upa GoFundMe page to help raise funds for the teenagers medical expenses and recovery. 18-year-old Kiana Hummel, a Bay Area native, was reportedly about to go for a . Does Marriott have any responsibility here? In fact, human is not on sharks menu except for a few like bull or tiger. I lived and worked in Puerto Vallarta from 1980-1988. Also agree that the fact that this was at night needs to be taken into account and it's the ocean, let's face it. The smell of the fresh ocean breeze with that hint of salt is one of the most recognizable and enjoyable smells for anyone seeking a beach vacation. 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