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Three students swept into sea at Visakhapatnam beach; rescue underway
A group of schoolboys from Madhurawada ventured to Rushikonda beach during a holiday when three were caught by rough waters. Rescue teams including marine police and scuba divers have launched a search operation.
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Three students were swept into the sea at Rushikonda beach in Visakhapatnam on Monday, prompting an immediate rescue response from multiple agencies. The boys, part of a larger group visiting the popular beach from Madhurawada, were caught by strong currents while in the water.
Marine police personnel, along with local swimmers and a specialized scuba diving team, have been deployed to search for the missing students. The operation began shortly after the incident was reported and continued through the afternoon as teams combed the waters and coastline.
Rushikonda beach, a scenic destination in the coastal city, has been the site of several water-related incidents in recent years. The beach often attracts visitors during school holidays and weekends, though authorities regularly issue warnings about the dangers of swimming in rough seas.
The rescue teams are focusing their efforts on the area where the students were last seen. Family members and friends of the missing boys have gathered at the beach as rescue operations continue.