Published on November 03, 2024
‘ANINI – Multiple agencies are actively searching for a missing swimmer in waters off ‘Anini Beach on Sunday.
According to a preliminary report, a 59-year-old male visitor of Arizona was reported missing at approximately 12:15 p.m., after he was last seen snorkeling near the back channel of ‘Anini Beach.
First responders were dispatched to the scene and initiated an air-, sea-, and shoreline-search.
Firefighters with the Hanalei fire station, Rescue 3, Air 1, Ocean Safety Bureau and the on-duty Battalion Chief are responding to this incident. Additionally, the U.S. Coast Guard and the Kaua‘i Police Department are assisting with the search efforts and volunteers from Life’s Bridges, a grief counseling service, are assisting the man’s family.
Updates on the search will be given as information becomes available.
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