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Couple survives 36 hours at sea after current carries them while scuba diving near Matagorda
SUMMARY: Kim and Nathan Maker, a couple on their honeymoon in Mexico, encountered a harrowing experience while scuba diving off the coast of Matagorda. Strong currents swept them away from their group, leading to nearly 36 hours adrift in the Gulf of Mexico. As they awaited rescue, the couple faced fears of survival, even contemplating difficult decisions about their fates. Fortunately, the Coast Guard spotted them just in time and rescued them, bringing them to safety. The couple, badly sunburnt but alive, expressed gratitude for the Coast Guard’s efforts, highlighting their heroism during their ordeal.
A couple from Oklahoma survived two nights and nearly two days bobbing in the Gulf of Mexico last week.
Kim and Nathan Maker were part of a group scuba diving old offshore oil platforms roughly 15 miles off the coast of Matagorda.
On Wednesday, while trying to help another diver get back to a rope they could hold on to, Nathan was whisked away by the current.
His wife tried to reach out and grab his hand while he fought the current.
News from the South - Texas News Feed
Humidity gradually returns, feeling more like spring in the days ahead ~ Mia
SUMMARY: After a chilly start, temperatures in San Antonio will reach the upper 60s with mostly cloudy skies and returning humidity. Expect a high of 67°F with winds from the southeast at 5-10 mph. Spring-like conditions are expected by Monday afternoon, with highs in the mid-70s through Christmas Eve. A 30% chance of isolated rain will occur in the evening on Christmas Eve, particularly along and east of I-35. Christmas Day will be sunny with a high of 72°F. A low-pressure system may bring more isolated rain chances later in the week. Stay safe on the roads with possible morning fog Monday and Tuesday.
More cloud cover expected today as the humidity gradually returns. Spring-like temperatures are back starting Monday ahead of a small rain chance on Christmas Eve. Here’s the latest with Mia.
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Mother makes desperate plea after AMBER Alert issued for missing Katy teen
SUMMARY: The family of missing 15-year-old Alexa Jones from Katy, Texas, is urgently seeking help after she disappeared over a week ago. An Amber Alert was issued after Alexa was last seen on December 13 around midnight. Her mother emotionally described the family’s distress, recalling a happy movie night before Alexa went missing. Alexa emailed her family, stating she was fine and needed time alone, but they haven’t heard from her since. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office, alongside Texas EquuSearch, has intensified efforts to locate her, with volunteers actively searching for clues. The family pleads for her safe return.
Alexa’s mother made a desperate plea for her daughter to come home.
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Punishing rushing attack leads Texas to berth in Peach Bowl with 38-24 win over Clemson
SUMMARY: Texas defeated Clemson 38-24 in the College Football Playoff first round, rushing for 295 yards and four touchdowns. Jaydon Blue led with 146 yards, including two touchdown runs. Quintrevion Wisner added 110 yards and two scores. Texas outgained Clemson 292-76 on the ground, averaging 6.4 yards per carry. The defense delivered a crucial goal-line stand and totaled three sacks, seven tackles for loss, and eight pass breakups. Quarterback Quinn Ewers passed for 202 yards and a touchdown. Despite injuries to offensive linemen Cam Williams and Jake Majors, Texas advances to face Arizona State in the Peach Bowl.
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