Russian tourists die after being swept away by tide in shark-infested waters of popular diving spot
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Two tourists killed in horror scuba diving accident
- Two Russian tourists died while scuba diving off Verde Island in the Philippines after being swept away by strong currents.
- One diver was found unconscious and later pronounced dead, likely due to drowning.
- The other diver was found being attacked by sharks and had his right arm severed.
- Two other Russian divers and their Filipino instructor managed to swim back to safety.
- Authorities are investigating the incident and reviewing safety measures for the popular dive site.