An American teenager has been attacked by a crocodile while on holiday in Mexico. People should learn Spanish. What an idiot! Why is the default reaction to assign blame? A crocodile attacked and killed a woman on 21 June 2021 when she was allegedly washing her clothes on the shore of Laguna del Carpintero Tampico, Tamaulipas, Mexico. It's a tough situation, glad she's ok. I'm afraid you are just continuing to look foolish. THIS PERSON WAS AN IDIOT. Given this resort is not in US, the best she can do to exact revenge is publicize it on tv (which she is doing) and write a nasty review on TripAdvisor. 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. On a relaxing getaway that turned into a nightmare, an 18-year-old girl from California was attacked by a 12-foot-long crocodile while on vacation in Mexico earlier this month. Extremely reckless to enter the ocean in the night, in an area close to a crocodile viewing spot. It's an ocean. Lool, the sign is in Spanish (in Mexico!!!) Imagine the trauma her friend has now seeing someone get swallowed up and dragged out to sea by a croc. The croc or shark or any wildlife is just in addition to what I mentioned above, so people, don't go for a "swim" at night, its just plain dangerous. Westin Leipzig Accused Of Shocking Anti-Semitism, Ridiculous: This Marriott Hotel Charges Fee To Use Points (Update), Marriott Appoints Anthony Capuano As New CEO, Please view our advertising policy page for additional details about our partners, She struck the crocodile until it released her right leg, She then tried to escape, but the crocodile struck again, biting her left ankle and forcing her underwater again (I cant even begin to imagine how terrifying this must have been, this is worse than any nightmare), Some bystanders heard Hummel scream, and ran to help; amazingly enough they managed to get the crocodile to let go of her, and they were able to bring her to safety (huge kudos to these brave people what a selfless act to help free someone from a crocodile), Crocodile attacks on the beach are rare, but this also isnt the first time something like this has happened; someone was similarly attacked in 2018 on the same beach, The frustration here stems from no real warning of the potential for crocodiles to be in the ocean; if Hummel really thought there could have been a crocodile in the ocean, she likely wouldnt have gone in. There was indeed a small sign on the beach warning of crocodiles (and other things), but it wasnt lit up at night, and was mostly in Spanish. Yeah, a not very intelligent girl decided to do a not very sensible thing. I live very close to Cape Cod which is the Great White capital from June-October due to several factors, a primary one being the seals they feast on. We encourage all guests to be vigilant for their safety.". Kiana Hummel was attacked by a crocodile as she and a friend went on a nighttime swim in the ocean while vacationing in Mexico. I rarely expect everything in other non English speaking countries to be written just for me. Nevada native Kiana Hummel, 18, was swimming just before midnight in the ocean near her Marriot. I definitely remember seeing the signs. President Andrs Manuel Lpez Obradors testy comments came after U.S. officials took note of heated public debate in Mexico over Lpez Obradors recently approved electoral reforms, which critics allege could weaken Mexicos democracy. The incoming college freshman said that she's grateful not to have lost a limb and that she will eventually walk again, despite serious muscle and tendon injuries. A hospital trip there can be pricey. Kiana Hummel, 18, managed to keep. Be Careful digging in the sand on the beach. A California teenager, 18-year-old Kiana Hummel, was involved in an incident during a recent holiday. Fortunately there were some brave people who heard screams, and came to the teen's rescue. The sign was mostly in Spanish. I think Marriott is partly - and perhaps fully responsible - and should pay for some or all of the costs. Predators are more active at night as well. Going into the ocean would always come with a certain risk. "It could have ended so much differently," Martinez said. That was just really bad.". Swimming in any ocean at night is dangerous (as others pointed out) and blaming the hotel for a wild animal attack in the wild environment (the ocean) is just strange. We spoke to both Kiana and a bystander who witnessed the attack. IMHO signs are plentiful. Crocodile scares group of tourists posing for photo. Most resorts do post signs about the crocks, but most people ignore them, perhaps thinking it is a joke (?). Eventually, the group was able to get the crocodile to let go of Hummel and they were able to bring her to safety. American privilege means all signs must be in English. Saltwater crocodiles are giant and deadlyavoid them. Even the local children sometimes swim in the rivers knowing this. Nevada native Kiana Hummel, 18, was swimming just before midnight in the ocean near her Marriot resort in Puerto Vallerta when the attack happened. They say it is small, mostly in Spanish and not lit up at night. For those who make the argument that a single Spanish-only sign is appropriate, I suggest you go to trip advisor and review the photos of the property. I cant see how this is Marriotts fault in any way, unless of course, they put the crocodiles in the river ?!?. "We were throwing shoes. Signs in Spanish (in Mexico!) As for the girl, I wish her a speedy recovery. Thats what travel insurance is for. Patti your ignorance is showing and its not cute. If you watched the video, the expert says its an American crocodile. I turn around and I saw 1 lone horse charging towards a mess of people including me. She went swimming with crocodiles at midnight prime feeding time what does this dumbass expect? Please dont write these biased sensationalist All American posts. Leer en Espaol. If it's not facing right it's not Lacoste, therefore it's not a crocodile. Sorry if this was already posted I didn't see it. "Obviously a big chunk (of skin) has been taken out. It is known for its beaches, water sports and nightlife scene. You sort out the rest later. They also said that the previous night, around 4:30 AM, one of men in their party was chased to the beach stairs by a crocodile (it is a narrow beach). In a statement, Marriott spokesperson Kerstin Sachl confirmed the crocodile attack and said, "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. Theres some river reaching the sea at short distance. The teen got attacked by a 12-foot crocodile when she and her friend decided to go for a. I dont have a lot of sympathy for people who make risky choices. Luckily for Marriott, Mexico's tort laws are nothing like America's, so I can't imagine any lawsuit succeeding (nor can I imagine any valid basis to bring in the US instead). She only received medical attention four hours later, and when she arrived at the hospital, she was forced to pre-pay thousands of dollars before being helped. Kianas friends have set upa GoFundMe page to help raise funds for the teenagers medical expenses and recovery. I hope she fully recovers but lets quit pointing fingers at everyone except the one who went swimming. We were throwing rocks. 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. "I realize with the amount of pain that I've been in, sometimes I'm not able to verbalize what I really want to say," she said. Which reminds me --- a friend who lives in Nuevo Vallarta told me in June that a crocodile was spotted lazing on the walking trail from north Nuevo to Bucerias while I was staying there and during the time I'd planned to walk that trail. https://www.google.com/amp/s/abc7news.com/amp/crocodile-attack-puerto-vallarta . I was in hyde park in London once and all of a sudden I heard screaming. You sort out the rest later. In case people still doesn't get it, it is dangerous to swim at night, period. The incident happened July 18 at the Marriott. Do we know if the hotel is managed by Marriott International? Kiana Hummel, an 18-year-old who recently graduated from Novato High School in Marin County, was attacked earlier this month by a 12-foot-long crocodile at the Marriott resort in Puerto Vallarta . We all did a mad dive into the lawn to avoid the horse. The tourists were at Mexico's Puerto Vallarta resort when one of the individuals went swimming and was attacked by a crocodile. As for (2), I find Marriotts reported hesitancy concerning, but did none of the bystanders have their phones? Nature is typically always trying to kill you. Marriott and the hotel have absolutely no responsibility here. A California teenager on vacation in Mexico is in the hospital after being attacked by a crocodile earlier this month. There are numerous other animals that can be viewed at El Cora sanctuary including a tejon (Mexican raccoon), turtles, parrots . It wasn't letting go," Laney said. It's one thing if you've swam in some body of water you're familiar with and you "do it all the time" then sure I'd understand the lack of having your guard up. The author of this story is overly sympathetic to the girl. I don't. Crocodiles are skilled hunters, and not many live to tell the tale after an attack by a 12 foot crocodile. Most attacks occur near or in 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. I was at the same hotel at the same time, but did not witness the attack. This is why you won't ever see me within 3 miles of a beach. Who in their right freaking mind goes swimming at midnight!!! Someone is attacked on your property and you put a Band-Aid on the wound. Hummel told ABC7 that they hadnt even entered the water when the crocodile emerged, grabbed her by the right leg, and pushed her into the water. Please stop. Just got back from PVR last night. If you fell off the ladder it was 20 or 30 feet to the stair case below but the view was amazing. TikTok "And I didn't think I was getting out that second time.. According to a Spanish-language news report, in 2018, another woman was also attacked by a crocodile on that same beach. 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. A late-night swim turned out to be a nightmare for a California teenager after she was attacked by a crocodile during her vacation in Puerto Vallarta. Snakes come out at night as well ! In fact, just returned from a couple of weeks on the Red Sea and Gulf of Arabia. However there might be a case in regards to the delay in her getting an ambulance. Jimmy Partington at Guadalupe and Rodney Fox in Australia. I dont believe for a second youve been swimming with sharks for years. July 28, 2021 Examined Absolutely, the hotel doesn't own the sea and not responsible for teaching its guests common sense. MARIN COUNTY, California -- What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway before starting college this fall turned into a real life nightmare for California 18-year-old Kiana Hummel, who was attacked by a 12-foot-long crocodile while vacationing in Mexico with a friend earlier this month. "extensive muscle and never damage". As Hummel fought against. A late night swim in the ocean in the dark is extremly careless, most sea animals are active by night. 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. Kerstin Sachl, a spokeswoman for Marriott properties of the Caribbean and Latin America, said: "We are aware of the incident. Really, Marriott?! Been swimming with them for years. I do not know if they notified hotel staff. Ever," Laney said. 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. Do we want to have a sign before every kind of risk in our lives? You can't just build a resort near the water (jellyfish, rip tides, sharks, etc.) A video was captured by a women walking her dog. Watch on. 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. Every summer theres typically at least one attack on a human and its ALWAYS near the shore. She was going towards the water and the crocodile ran ashore and dragged her in. July 20, 2022, at 6:17 p.m. 2 American Tourists Injured in Crocodile Attack in Mexico. More. 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. 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. I went into a state of shock. 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. (In Spanish because in panic you could do that when Spanish is your first language) There was no other mention of the potential risk of crocodiles. Do we really want to have signs in all kind of languages on every beach? I had a little watersport business on the beach, renting out Jet skis, peddle boats and windsurfers. A late night swim in the ocean in the dark is extremly careless, most sea animals are active by night. Delaying treatment - if true - is where Marriott takes the blame. To be 100% safe, just stay in the beautiful pool areas that the hotels have, or take a boat tour for an incredible view of Bahia de Banderas and the beautiful nature that surrounds it..and keep your feet out of the water! Spent a week at Marina Puerto Vallarta, saw signs said beware of Crocodiles. The criticism of Marriott seems to be (1) the sign and (2) time it took to get an ambulance. She's lucky that she's still around to whine and complain that it's someone else's fault that she's a dumbass. Jami Tarris/Getty Images. Agree regarding the comment about expecting everything in English. Or do you just like attacking people for no reason? We are in a culture of doling out maximum sympathy; the victim NEVER has any responsibility. Hummel said she remained calm even as she got dragged under the water. We also gave windsurf classes on the beach first and then continued providing instructions in the ocean. She spoke to a news outlet about what happened and a spokesperson for the resort has come forward with a statement. Thats the common sense thing to do and while I wouldn't expect a mom & pop hotel to necessarily get that, a hotel of marriott's stature should have protocols in place. They think that Marriott should be held responsible, and state that Marriott hasnt even reached out to them, or tried to do anything to help them. For example when i went to Isla De Mujeres we climbed up into a lighthouse to get a view of the island and some guys there encouraged us to climb some old rickety ladder up into the top. Not a problem. I am glad she is OK, but she still deserves to face consequences of her own negligence. Workers with the Puerto Vallarta water and sewage utility. Crocodile attacked American tourist at the Marriott Puerto Vallarta July 29, 2021 3439 A crocodile attacked a young tourist at the Marriott Puerto Vallarta hotel in Jalisco. It is is very inexpensive and is included with most travel insurance policies. She gets an insider's tour of the best street food in Puerto Vallarta. It would have definitely been more expensive in the US, or would have not been admitted at all without insurance. Yes the rest of the world drawing of crocodile is facing left, but American capitalism crocodiles are based on Lacoste which faces right. "Honestly, I will never forget it when the crocodile's head came above water. I think the real issue is why does the hotel (or any hotel) have a beach in an area documented to have crocodiles or alligators? They also said that the previous night, around 4:30 AM, one of men in their party was chased to the beach stars by a crocodile (it is a narrow beach). https://t.co/kWY5S6eOU4 pic.twitter.com/NkIWtQvymo. Do some research first and educate your children that the sea is not a pool. As for (1), English might be helpful, but that picture of a croc that is clearly on the sign would have more effect on me than words. Mean Lori Lightfoot Beetlejuice memes go viral as Chicago mayor concedes, {{#media.media_details}} {{#media.focal_point}}. Kiana Hummel, 18, while on vacation at the Marriott resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, had opted for a night swim with her friend, but were ambushed by a crocodile before they reached the water. Insane. A Northern California woman barely escaped with her life after a crocodile bit her leg and wouldn't let go at a Mexican resort, she said Tuesday. She said she had almost escaped when the crocodile grabbed onto her left ankle and dragged her back under. She. Well considering every damn thing in the states is also in Spanish, I'd say reciprocal courtesy isn't too far out of the question. Stupid people do stupid things. Glad to hear she's OK, but swimming in the ocean at night by yourself is incredibly risky for a number of reasons including having your chances of getting bit by a shark or in this case a croc increased as they are more active during this time. I did not see a picture of the crocodile. "It was really a tug-of-war. Hopefully this American tourist has learned her lesson and will avail herself to PROPER Insurance coverage next time she leaves the country for vacation. A summer vacation to Mexico took a terrifying turn for a teen who says she was dragged underwater by a 12-foot-long crocodile outside her Marriott resort. Its a beach) are pretty ridiculous claims. There are GIGANTIC Crocs all over that area. Hummel wants to major in kinesiology with hopes of becoming an occupational therapist someday, meaning these upcoming weeks in the hospital will amount to a measure of unwanted training. and not lit up at night (!!!) A saltwater croc can weigh more than 2,000 pounds and launch itself with its tail. Regardless of the signage, it sounds like she was sitting on the beach at night, which I'm sure we've all done before. Kiana Hummel, an 18-year-old who recently graduated from Novato High School in Marin County, was attacked earlier this month by a 12-foot-long crocodile at the Marriott resort in Puerto. . THAT IS ACTIVE HUNTING TIME FOR MANY ANIMALS< INCLUDING THOSE IN WATER. Do you expect a French based company with a store in America to have all their signs in French? Hummel and her family think that Marriott should have done more to warn guests about the potential threat of crocodiles. Up Next in news Mysterious death of Texas firefighter in Mexico July 26, 2021 but they say they saw it only afterwards anyway so they didn't see it any when it was lit by daylight. 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