Pregnant mother and husband drown while snorkeling in Maui

On a Saturday afternoon in Maui, Hawaii, a tragic snorkeling accident claimed the lives of Ilya and Sophia Tsaruk, a young couple from Snohomish, Washington. The couple was snorkeling in the Ahihi-Kinau Natural Area Reserve when they were reported as snorkelers in distress. Emergency responders, including Maui firefighters and ocean safety personnel, quickly arrived at the scene to conduct a rescue operation. During the rescue, Sophia was found unresponsive in the water, while Ilya was located on the seabed approximately 100-150 yards from the shore. Despite efforts to revive them through CPR, both were pronounced dead at the scene. The couple was expecting their second child at the time of the incident, adding to the heartbreak of their loss. Their 18-month-old son, Logan, was reportedly with his aunt and uncle during the snorkeling trip. The families of the couple are now facing the immense grief of losing both parents, and a GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to help cover funeral costs and transport the couple back home. As of Wednesday afternoon, the campaign has exceeded its initial target of $100,000, reflecting the community's support during this difficult time. The fundraiser's creator expressed the deep sorrow felt by both families and the hope for prayers and contributions to assist in their time of need.