Sarah Laney, a passerby from St. Louis, heard Hummel screaming for help. If she sues, Marriott will surely move to dismiss on grounds "forum non conveniens," which basically means that she should sue in a Mexican court instead. As for (2), I find Marriotts reported hesitancy concerning, but did none of the bystanders have their phones? And these resorts have plenty of English staff, so they knew she wanted an ambulance. She went swimming with crocodiles at midnight prime feeding time what does this dumbass expect? Going for a swim in PV during the middle of the night is just not on the common sense list anyway. First, as stated in the article Marriott is a US based company. 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 . She made a personal choice, now she is living with the consequences. The hospital came out and said 7500.00 to treat her my sister did not have that type of room on her card they came back 20 min later saying ok we can do for 3500.00 SMH Marriot did refund 3 days of her hotel stay and that is all :( My niece is the real hero here besides Hummel She pulled and playe d tug of war with Hummel as the rope, she did break free and then tripped on the sand and it came out and grabbed her other leg thats when the help aarrived for that. Have something to tell us about this article? Do some research first and educate your children that the sea is not a pool. Advertiser Disclosure: Some links to credit cards and other products on this website will earn an affiliate commission. Hummel and Martinez hope by sharing this story it will serve as a warning to others. A woman who saved her twin sister from a crocodile reportedly punched the animal in the head to get her sibling to . She was going towards the water and the crocodile ran ashore and dragged her in. Even the local children sometimes swim in the rivers knowing this. Kiana Hummel was enjoying her. Marriott cant post huge signs warning of crocodiles just because of 1 attack in 5 years. That she had to pay thousands of dollars? I heard about the attack at the pool, from a large group that was vacationing there. 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. Hummel had been set to start her freshman year at California State University, Sacramento this fall. Even if she gets into an American court, it would still apply Mexican tort law, not California law, since the accident occurred there. I'm going to Marriot Vallarta in some weeks time and it's in the middle of a quite huge city. It seems like something along those lines should have been done all along. They can't control creatures in the ocean. I believe the Westin and Marriott, which are separated by a few blocks, are both Marriott-managed. The only potential liability Marriott should shoulder - in common sense land - is that for delaying her treatment and being unwilling to call an ambulance. She continued to hit the crocodile as hard as she could until it finally let go of her right leg. https://t.co/kWY5S6eOU4 pic.twitter.com/NkIWtQvymo. Kiana Hummel was attacked by a crocodile as she and a friend went on a nighttime swim in the ocean while vacationing in Mexico. "It didn't want to give up. 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. SO CRAZY! Alone. However, that smell is masked by the very distinctive smell of marijuana being smoked on the streets of Puerto Vallarta. "After about 30 seconds of re-evaluating the situation, we all decided we needed to start throwing things at it. It is known for its beaches, water sports and nightlife scene. I loved mexico because of the more laid back proceed at your own risk attitude. Brains anyone? Multiple hotels share same beach on both sides. According to a Spanish-language news report, in 2018, another woman was also attacked by a crocodile on that same beach. Though crocodiles were spotted recently in Devi River, there are no recent news reports about a deceased woman in the jaws of a crocodile in Devi River. Even if the hotel puts a wall, there will always be someone crossing, you known, just for fun. This all depends on whether she can get her case into an American court, which will probably not be that difficult in that Marriott secured her business by advertising in the United States. Can't say I can blame the hotel or Marriott in anyway. A video was captured by a women walking her dog. Hummel said she remained calm even as she got dragged under the water. Predators are more active at night as well. Swimming in the ocean at midnight alone. A California teenager who was attacked by a crocodile on a Mexican beach is speaking out from her hospital bed. 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). Honestly, I will never forget it when the crocodiles head came above water. "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. Yes the rest of the world drawing of crocodile is facing left, but American capitalism crocodiles are based on Lacoste which faces right. Just so you all know, beaches in Mexico are federal property, this means no hotel, condominium, house or the like own the beach. During that time I have never seen a crocodile in the Bay called Bahia de Banderas. and not lit up at night (!!!) 2 Hummel was able to fight off the 12-foot-long crocodile Credit: Twitter You really filled in a lot of blanks in the story. If you fly American Airlines to/from Mexico is your ticket all in Spanish? @Patti: exactly. My Market Kitchen You can easily spot them even on the Marina Golf Course and some golfers even get close to them to check them out or to take their photo. Kiana Hummel and a friend went for a late-night swim at a beach when a large crocodile bit her right leg and dragged her into the water, Mexico News Daily previously reported. It was the ABC network that announced that the victim was identified as Kiana Hummel, who reported that the attack took place at midnight while she was [] Hummel said she remained calm even as she got dragged under the water. THAT IS ACTIVE HUNTING TIME FOR MANY ANIMALS< INCLUDING THOSE IN WATER. The teen is expected to make a full recovery, though itll be a long journey to get to that point. Laney, who stayed with Hummel after the attack, said it took 45 minutes for the ambulance to arrive. Kiana Hummel, 18, (right) was supposed to have a fun getaway in Mexico before college, but the trip turned into a real life nightmare when she was attacked by a 12-foot crocodile. "We were throwing shoes. Not a problem. Unlike the JW Marriott Los Cabos, which is not managed by Marriott. I'm glad she's ok. IE 11 is not supported. Although she is still in the hospital, Hummel is expected to recover completely. Kiana Hummel, 18, was on the hotel beach at night in Puerto Vallarta when the creature surfaced and grabbed her. It's not like she went into the hotel pool! A TEEN is lucky to be alive after she fought off a 12-foot-long crocodile while swimming in Mexico. A hospital trip there can be pricey. The condition of a British woman bitten by a crocodile in Mexico has deteriorated after she developed sepsis, her sister says. Months after Buhl's recovery, he and. @marcusmoore has more. I Never leave the country without it. That was just really bad., Meanwhile, bystander Sarah Laney, who heard Kianas screams, told the outlet: It was most definitely one of the craziest, scariest things Ive ever experienced. We encourage all guests to be vigilant for their safety.". 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. I see nothing wrong with this logic. A Bay Area teenager is recovering in hospital after a dream vacation to Mexico turned into a nightmare when she was dragged into the ocean by a crocodile. It would have definitely been more expensive in the US, or would have not been admitted at all without insurance. Reminds me of my visit to the Andaman Islands where there was the possibility of Salties (Saltwater crocodiles -> can grow up to 20 feet, and the salt water makes them super aggressive) in the water, and plenty tourists would still enter the water -> Even when the lifeguards were verbally telling them not to, and there were plenty signs posted, in English, to that effect, Another thing - The sign might be in Spanish, but it has images - and the images are well, not in Spanish. She gets an insider's tour of the best street food in Puerto Vallarta. "I'm mostly going to recover from all of this with time," she said. Font Size: A Californian teenager was attacked by a crocodile while on vacation and managed to barely survive the ordeal. 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. I could be wrong, but I believe that to be the case. It went for my right leg and pulled me under the water and then went for my left leg and pulled me back into the water again," she said. We review our plans and procedures often and work closely with the appropriate authorities on an ongoing basis. RIGHT BEFORE MIDNIGHT? Its the sharks house, and I more or less refuse to go in it (as much as Ford makes fun of me for it). I just went into shock.". July 20, 2022, at 6:17 p.m. 2 American Tourists Injured in Crocodile Attack in Mexico. Its cobblestone center is home to the ornate Nuestra. There are many things that can happen when you swim in the ocean- anywhere, particularly late at night, in a foreign country. The scary incident unfolded at a Marriott resort in Puerto Vallarta. People are going to assume if there's a beach it's safe to use. Spent a week at Marina Puerto Vallarta, saw signs said beware of Crocodiles. A teenager swimming in the ocean at midnight?! I could be wrong, but I believe Do we know if the hotel is managed by Marriott International? Bora bora is more of my speed just black tip sharks that ignores human. I dont believe for a second youve been swimming with sharks for years. Going into the ocean would always come with a certain risk. The author of this story is overly sympathetic to the girl. Fortunately there were some brave people who heard screams, and came to the teens rescue. Most closer to shore are reef or benign types of sharks not interested in humans. MARRIOTT HOLDS NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE LACK OF COMMON SENSE AND STUPIDITY DISPLAYED BY THE VICTIM. Im embarrassed for you. Just got back from PVR last night. Great idk, maybe because %99 of the people staying at the resort are American? When you fly Delta to/from Japan is everything only in Japanese? A teenager from California was attacked and dragged underwater by the huge animal while vacationing at the resort, ending up in hospital after fighting it off. 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. That was really bad. They said he took a picture of the crocodile. If the other party does not warn you many automatically assume they should be responsible for not warning or telling you. Absolutely no one should ever go swimming at night, in an unfamiliar resort. Who in their right freaking mind goes swimming at midnight!!! "And I didn't think I was getting out that second time. I agree that Marriott should have been more vigilant in warning guests, as you note. 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. Going for a swim in PV during the middle of the night is just not on the common sense list anyway. @Patti: exactly. I believe the Westin and Marriott, which are separated by a few blocks, are both Marriott-managed. Don't assume someone else will. She remains hospitalized, though is now back in the United States. 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). "I just remember saying, 'Please don't leave me,'" Hummel recalled. It could go something like this Wrong!! Jimmy Partington at Guadalupe and Rodney Fox in Australia. This is unnerving. Really, Marriott?! 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. Even if you don't understand Spanish, I feel like the pictures of crocodiles SHOULD seem obvious. "biting her left angle" Hummel remains hospitalized and is expected to undergo a second surgery this week. As for (2), I find Marriotts reported hesitancy concerning, but did none of the bystanders have their phones? No reason why it took 4 hours to get this poor young girl to the hospital!! You sort out the rest later. Agree regarding the comment about expecting everything in English. You can easily spot them even on the Marina Golf Course and some golfers even get close to them to check them out Not surprised. "We go on the trip to celebrate life, and then, the last day, this happens," she said. 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. The events occurred shortly after 10:00 am on Thursday, at the corner of Avenida de Los Grandes Lagos and Ro Papaloapan, in the residential area of Fluvial Vallarta, about 100 meters, Singing Sensation, Enrique de Allende scheduled to perform at Incanto Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta (PVDN) Mexican singing sensation, Enrique de Allende will offer 2 concerts in early March at Incanto Vallarta. 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. An 18-year-old was attacked by a 12-foot crocodile at the Marriott Puerto Vallarta, shortly before going on a nighttime swim. It was four or five times. 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. Newsflash: Mexico is anothee country not part of the USA, even if it has been invaded by US people during the pandemia. 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. All Rights Reserved. As for the girl, I wish her a speedy recovery. A California teenager, 18-year-old Kiana Hummel, was involved in an incident during a recent holiday. It makes me wonder how safe it is to swim there during the day Read this article in my feed and thought it was written by one of the other trabel bloggers, the sensationalist ones. There was no other mention of the potential risk of crocodiles. Regardless of the signage, it sounds like she was sitting on the beach at night, which I'm sure we've all done before. "Until that moment, never in my wildest dreams would I have thought a crocodile was on that beach. If you are going to swim at night in any area with large predators, just slather yourself in BBQ sauce and stand by. Hummel described the attack from her hospital bed. Saw one sunning on the rocks! A late night swim in the ocean in the dark is extremly careless, most sea animals are active by night. They said they were not given a verbal warning and they only learned of the warning sign after the attack. A witness who heard the screams of 18-year-old Kiana Hummel as the Bay Area girl was being viciously attacked by a 12-foot crocodile at a Marriott resort in Mexico last week wrote a rather . More. Colorado tourists are brutally attacked by saltwater crocodile after one of them went swimming in the ocean at $4k-a-night Mexican hotel in popular resort Puerto Vallarta The beginning of "Jaws" stopped me from ever swimming at night. Candidate for a Darwin Award right there. Really surprised it was written by Lucky! I was at the same hotel at the same time, but did not witness the attack. She. Please dont write these biased sensationalist All American posts. "Obviously a big chunk (of skin) has been taken out. "I'm on the phone with her, she's yelling, 'Get me an ambulance, get me an ambulance to the hospital,'" Martinez recalled of her daughter. If I owned the hotel, I would close-off beach access and instead have the best hotel pool in Puerto Vallarta. Kiana and Sarah said they learned that there was a warning of crocodiles at the beach, however, they said it was a small sign and written in Spanish. The hotel is certainly at fault for not calling an ambulance in a timely manner. I think Marriott is partly - and perhaps fully responsible - and should pay for some or all of the costs. Silly to believe Marriott is somehow responsible for a tourist with little common sense. The comments on this page have not been provided, reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any advertiser, and it is not an advertiser's responsibility to ensure posts and/or questions are answered. She is also starting her first semester in college and will need a lot of assistance., In other news, Mean Lori Lightfoot Beetlejuice memes go viral as Chicago mayor concedes. Lool, the sign is in Spanish (in Mexico!!!) I've noticed two safety signs, all of which are written in multiple languages. Other than that, she is really really lucky. 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. Thank goodness the world is not the USA - sue, sue, sue, or maybe just take responsibility for your own mistakes. Most helpful comments ( as chosen by the OMAAT community ). According to Jalisco state emergency officials, one of the men was . 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 Darwinism seems to be failing these days. 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! Sorry if this was already posted I didn't see it. But, we all should probably check our health insurance or any other insurance when traveling to Mexico. Nature is typically always trying to kill you. Better to blame the others. Can't say I can blame the hotel or Marriott in anyway. The teen got attacked by a 12-foot crocodile when she and her friend decided to go for a late-night swim at the Marriott resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. There is a protected crocodile habitat all around the area. So, if you want to sue someone, sue the federal government, not even the PV municipality. 18-year-old Kiana Hummel is from the Bay Area, and was recently vacationing with a friend at the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa. The attacker fled. 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. Do we really want to have signs in all kind of languages on every beach? Crocks have also been spotted recently in the ocean at Los Muertes beach in old town in broad daylight. Nevada native Kiana Hummel, 18, was swimming just before midnight in the ocean near her Marriot. 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. Always take care of yourself. I see your point, but logic also suggests that any signage would reflect the most commonly spoken languages among their clientele. If I ever visit Puerto Vallarta, I People apparently did not play the video. An 18 year old in Mexico without parents. This story about what happened at a hotel in Mexico is downright awful, though I suppose it could have ended worse. It's a great language. The girls mother immediately flew from San Francisco after she heard of the incident on Facetime. Well color me shocked a resort in Mexico would have a sign in Spanish. Eventually, the group was able to get the crocodile to let go of Hummel and they were able to bring her to safety. A witness who heard the screams of 18-year-old Kiana Hummel as the Bay Area girl was being viciously attacked by a 12-foot crocodile at a Marriott resort in Mexico last week wrote a rather . Darwinism seems to be failing these days. Kiana Hummel, 18, was. Our staff is trained in how to respond to safety matters appropriately. She probably will have some legal recourse against the property, not necessarily for lack of warnings (this would be evaluated) but for the property's failure to provide proper aid in a timely fashion, which could have aggravated her injuries. It's not like she went into the hotel pool! Been swimming with them for years. One man was swimming in the ocean at night at a resort in Puerto . A lawsuit brought in Mexico over this would likely fail. This is a perfect example of the need for emergency evacuation insurance with a medical benefit. In case people still doesn't get it, it is dangerous to swim at night, period. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Agree regarding the comment about expecting everything in English. Anyone who travels WITHOUT travel insurance do so at their own perils. It is irrefutable. We all did a mad dive into the lawn to avoid the horse. 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