Lilia Reynaga, a mother of three from Salt Lake City, Utah, is facing a challenging recovery after suffering severe injuries in a boating accident on July 11. The incident occurred on Bear Lake when Reynaga was pulled under the boat towing her raft, resulting in catastrophic injuries from the watercraft's propellers.
Bystanders were able to administer life-saving tourniquets to her legs before she was airlifted to a hospital, according to the Bear Lake County Sheriff's Office. Reynaga has since undergone multiple surgeries and is now undergoing therapy as she learns to adapt to a new way of life. Her family has identified her as a realtor in the Salt Lake City real estate scene.
The family has shared updates on a GoFundMe page, which has garnered nearly $100,000, detailing Reynaga's ongoing battle. Her husband, Rosalio Garcia, described her as showing "incredible courage and determination" throughout her ordeal. The fundraising page states that Reynaga is motivated by her love for her children, aged 16, eight, and two, and is determined to walk again with the aid of prosthetic legs.
Reynaga's recovery is expected to be extensive, involving rehabilitation, prosthetic fitting, and ongoing medical care. The family has noted the significant financial burden of her treatment and the loss of income as Reynaga has been unable to work. Colleagues in the real estate community have offered support, with one fellow realtor donating $10,000 to the fundraiser and encouraging community donations.
In a recent update, the family expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support and stated that Reynaga maintains strong faith in her ability to stand on two legs again, acknowledging the long road ahead. She is reportedly ready for her journey toward recovery.