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Actress Tragically Swept Away By Giant Wave While Meditating On Yoga Mat On Cliffside Beauty Spot
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Actress Tragically Swept Away By Giant Wave While Meditating On Yoga Mat On Cliffside Beauty Spot

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An aspiring Russian actress was killed after being swept away by a giant wave while practicing yoga on vacation.

24-year-old Kamilla Belyatskaya was soaking up the scenery on a beach in Koh Samui Island, Thailand, when tragedy struck.

A video capturing her final moments has been circulating online, showing her struggling against the unforgiving currents before disappearing underneath the water.

Highlights
  • Kamilla Belyatskaya, a 24-year-old Russian actress, died after a wave swept her into the sea in Thailand.
  • Kamilla was meditating on a yoga mat at Koh Samui Island's cliffside when the accident occurred.
  • Her body was discovered two-thirds of a mile from the incident location over the weekend.

A 24-year-old actress has died after a giant wave swept her body out to sea while she was doing yoga in Thailand

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Kamilla had been in the middle of a meditation session on a pink yoga mat on Friday afternoon when the incident occurred.

“We were there at that moment. It was about 1:40pm,” a witness named Irina told Rossiyskaya Gazeta, a state-owned newspaper in Russia.

“Her boyfriend was sitting much higher than she was. As soon as that happened, we ran to the Thais to call for help.”

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Kamilla was reportedly “screaming with the last of her strength,” as she tried to swim back to shore.

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A bystander had jumped into the water to try and save her but was unsuccessful. His fate is currently unknown, according to the Khaosad English, but authorities are searching nearby areas to try and locate him.

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Rescue teams arrived 15 minutes after the accident happened, but the giant waves — which reached up to 9 feet — made any attempts at finding and saving Kamilla nearly impossible. 

Her body was found over the weekend, two-thirds of a mile away from where she drowned.

Koh Samui Island had been a place of peace and serenity for Kamilla

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Previously, the actress had posted about the viewpoint on her social media, calling it her “home” and “the best place on Earth,” as per Metro

“I love Samui so much. But this place, this rocky beach is the best thing I’ve ever seen in my life,” she wrote. “Thank you, universe, for me being here right now.

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“I’m very happy. I’m happy!”

She had been seen on CCTV footage earlier in a red car before going to the rock alone, taking in the panoramic coastal views.

Thailand has become a popular destination for Russian tourists, and many of its beaches have warning systems in place

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Chaiyaporn Subprasert, head of the Samui Rescue Centre, discussed the risks involved with visiting these scenic beaches.

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“During monsoon season, we constantly warn tourists, especially in high-risk areas like Chaweng and Lamai beaches, where red flags indicate no swimming,” he said. 

“While the incident’s location is not a swimming area but rather a viewpoint for scenery, the victim may have been caught off guard by the unexpected wave surge.”

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According to Mirror, one Thai report read, “The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posted by monsoon conditions, with authorities urging visitors to exercise caution and avoid rocky coastal areas during periods of high waves.” 

In response to Kamilla’s death, the Samui City Municipality has blocked off access to the rocky areas below the viewpoint.

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1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not quite a Darwin award, but certainly an accident waiting to happen. Sad for her family that they are related to someone careless.

Surly Scot
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1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'll get downvoted, but as soon as I read this my only thought was "play stupid games, win stupid prizes". It's sad, but completely avoidable.

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Panda-sized Potato
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19 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The sheer arrogance in these comments to talk down about someone that has died. Monsoon season in Thailand is crazy. It could be sunny one moment, heavy downpour and thunder, then back to sunny again. The coast can be just as unpredictable. The waters could be calm, then a sudden storm could churn up the waters before going back to calm. Rogue waves can happen, and you never know until it does.

Vinnie
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1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another place that's dangerous: Peggy's Cove on Canada's east coast. It's rare for people to be swept away by waves, but it can happen.

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Apatheist Account2
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1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not quite a Darwin award, but certainly an accident waiting to happen. Sad for her family that they are related to someone careless.

Surly Scot
Community Member
1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'll get downvoted, but as soon as I read this my only thought was "play stupid games, win stupid prizes". It's sad, but completely avoidable.

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Panda-sized Potato
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19 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The sheer arrogance in these comments to talk down about someone that has died. Monsoon season in Thailand is crazy. It could be sunny one moment, heavy downpour and thunder, then back to sunny again. The coast can be just as unpredictable. The waters could be calm, then a sudden storm could churn up the waters before going back to calm. Rogue waves can happen, and you never know until it does.

Vinnie
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1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another place that's dangerous: Peggy's Cove on Canada's east coast. It's rare for people to be swept away by waves, but it can happen.

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