SAN MATEO COUNTY – A 39-year-old man and an 8-year-old boy died Sunday after rescuers pulled them from the ocean close to Half Moon Bay, in keeping with authorities.
California State Parks lifeguards and rangers had been referred to as to Cowell Ranch State Seaside simply earlier than 3:15 p.m. for a report of a water rescue, company spokesperson Jorge Moreno stated in a press release.
Lifeguards discovered the person and the boy within the water, introduced them to a harbor patrol vessel and gave them assist. They had been then taken to Stanford Well being Care, the place they died.
“We extend our deepest sympathy to the family for this devastating loss,” Moreno stated.
The Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s Workplace will launch the identities of the person and the boy after they’re confirmed and their subsequent of kin is notified.
The U.S. Coast Guard, San Mateo County Sheriff’s Workplace, Pillar Level Harbor Patrol, American Medical Response and Coastside Fireplace Safety District additionally responded to the incident.
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Initially Printed: January 20, 2025 at 7:18 PM PST
