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Two Tourists Die After Being Swept Out to Sea by Giant Wave in Hawaii

A high surf advisory was in effect when a massive wave pulled three people into the ocean at Oahu's Ke Iki Beach, leading to two fatalities.

  • Susie Jett, 72, from Oklahoma, and Bryan Kunic, 63, from California, died after being swept away by a wave at Ke Iki Beach.
  • Jett's daughter, Laura Rich, 41, was also pulled into the ocean and remains hospitalized in serious condition.
  • The incident occurred on October 14, during a high surf advisory with waves reaching up to 18 feet.
  • Ke Iki Beach on Oahu's North Shore is known for its dangerous shore breaks and lacks a lifeguard tower.
  • A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support the families affected by this tragedy, raising nearly $6,000 so far.
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