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1 day ago

Woman and child die after getting into difficulty in water

This is a tragic incident in which a woman and her young child have lost their lives. Our thoughts are with their loved ones.
London
#shark-sighting
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago
San Jose Sharks

Aggressive 10-foot shark postpones world surf competition in Huntington Beach

A 10-foot aggressive shark sighting led to the closure of Huntington Beach and postponement of a major surf competition.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
California

8-foot great white circles Newport surfer. Get ready for a 'very sharky summer,' expert says

An 8-foot great white shark was spotted near surfers in Newport Beach, prompting a beach shutdown and warnings from authorities.
San Jose Sharks
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Aggressive 10-foot shark postpones world surf competition in Huntington Beach

A 10-foot aggressive shark sighting led to the closure of Huntington Beach and postponement of a major surf competition.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

8-foot great white circles Newport surfer. Get ready for a 'very sharky summer,' expert says

An 8-foot great white shark was spotted near surfers in Newport Beach, prompting a beach shutdown and warnings from authorities.
fromLos Angeles Times
21 hours ago

Growing brush fire triggers evacuation warnings in Orange County

The fire, which burned at least 60 acres, was reported shortly after 3 p.m. along Carbon Canyon Road, just east of Valencia Avenue.
East Bay (California)
#earthquake
Environment
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 days ago

Wildfire red flag' warnings are in effect for large chunks of the U.S. Here's what to know

Red flag warnings for wildfires are in effect across a large area of the central U.S. due to low humidity, strong winds, and dry vegetation.
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Water Safety Fair at Coast Guard Station Golden Gate (Sausalito)

Join us for a fun and informative day at the Water Safety Fair, where families can engage in activities and learn vital tips for staying safe in and around water.
SF parents
OMG science
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

An extreme marine heat wave simmers off California's coast right now

California is experiencing unprecedented heat waves and ocean temperatures, impacting marine life and breaking historical records.
Running
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Fitness influencer drowns during swimming portion of Ironman Texas

Mara Flavia Souza Araujo, a Brazilian fitness influencer, drowned during the swimming portion of an Ironman event in Texas.
Miami food
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

26 Best Beaches in the U.S. for Sand, Surf, and Scenic Escapes-From Hawaiian Shores to the Atlantic Coast

The U.S. offers diverse beaches catering to various preferences and activities throughout the year.
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Dungeness crab: Bay Area's season will close April 30 - then reopen for whale-safe fishing

"Extending the spring crab season with pop-up gear helps support an economically vital fishery while preventing whale entanglements. It's a true 'win-win' for fisheries and wildlife."
California
San Jose Sharks
fromIndependent
2 days ago

'Are we waiting for this species to go extinct?' Inside the fight to save rare angel sharks off west coast of Ireland

The critically endangered angel shark faces threats from fishing in Ireland's marine park.
Environment
fromKqed
4 days ago

California Asks Ships to Hit the Brakes for Whales | KQED

California's Blue Whales Blue Skies program aims to reduce ship speeds to protect whales and decrease marine shipping pollution.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Two Boats Crash During High School Fishing Competition In Delta, Injuring Six

Six people were injured in a boat collision during a high school fishing tournament in Contra Costa County.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 days ago

Man, woman found dead Sunday in Berkeley's Aquatic Park

Police and firefighters first went to the southern end of Aquatic Park shortly before 11 a.m. Sunday after a caller reported a possible dead person in a car.
East Bay (California)
#drowning
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
California

California man drowns in Colorado River while trying to recover his hat

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
California

California man drowns in Colorado River while trying to recover his hat

Environment
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Stay inside advisories issued across three US states

Thousands of Americans are exposed to unhealthy air quality due to elevated PM2.5 levels, prompting advisories to stay indoors.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Day Around the Bay: Two People Found Dead Inside Car at Berkeley's Aquatic Park

Two individuals were found dead in a car in West Berkeley, with indications of possible overdoses.
San Francisco
fromCalifornia Post
4 weeks ago

Bikini-clad swimmer breaks silence after rescuers found her clinging to San Francisco cliffside

A swimmer was rescued after being swept out to sea and clinging to a cliff in San Francisco.
#rescue
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 weeks ago

Woman rescued from San Francisco cliff had been swept away while swimming: SFFD

A woman swimming at Kelly's Cove was rescued after being pulled away by currents and getting stuck on rocks.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 weeks ago

Woman rescued from San Francisco cliff had been swept away while swimming: SFFD

A woman swimming at Kelly's Cove was rescued after being pulled away by currents and getting stuck on rocks.
#hawaii
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Miami Marlins

'SOS' in the sand saved couple stranded for nearly 24 hours during Oahu floods

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Miami Marlins

'SOS' in the sand saved couple stranded for nearly 24 hours during Oahu floods

SF parents
fromCalifornia Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Dramatic video shows hero surf instructor rescue drowning girl

A surf instructor saved a drowning girl and her father from a riptide at a Southern California beach.
#shark-attack
California
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Shark attack at California beach leaves surfer hospitalized

A 39-year-old surfer was hospitalized after a shark attack near Big River Beach in Mendocino County, with injuries to both legs.
California
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Shark attack at California beach leaves surfer hospitalized

A 39-year-old surfer was hospitalized after a shark attack near Big River Beach in Mendocino County, with injuries to both legs.
California
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

37-year-old woman from LA dies after kayaking near Point Reyes

Brigitte Manspeaker, 37, died after her kayak capsized in Tomales Bay; her boyfriend was rescued but suffered from hyperthermia.
#beach-hazards
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Hawaii faces flash flooding, blizzard conditions and landslides with more rain to come

Flash flooding has been a major problem in recent days in places such as Maui, Molokai and the Big Island, where rain had been falling between 1 and 2in (2.5 and 5cm) an hour overnight, according to the Hawaii emergency management agency.
Miami food
US news
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Beach hazards statement issued for North Bay and San Francisco Peninsula Coast until Monday morning

Coastal North Bay, San Francisco Peninsula face sneaker waves, strong rip currents and 14–19 ft breaking waves; avoid jetties and stay out of water.
#shark-attacks
Environment
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Hawaii braces for storm as schools, parks shut down across islands

A powerful Kona storm brings heavy rain, flash flooding, and strong winds to Hawaiian islands, prompting widespread closures and emergency preparations across multiple counties.
US news
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

California man dies while snorkeling on Maui

A 69-year-old tourist, Frank Archuleta Jr., died while snorkeling at Makena Landing, highlighting drowning risks and urging adherence to ocean safety and lifeguard use.
California
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Man dies after kayak overturns off Cape Cod

A 22-year-old man died after his kayak capsized in Wellfleet, Cape Cod waters on Saturday evening despite extensive rescue efforts.
#search-and-rescue
#high-surf-advisory
#rip-currents
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Beach hazards statement for Bay Area Shorelines until Monday morning

Northern Monterey Bay and Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast as well as San Francisco County are under a beach hazards statement which was released by the National Weather Service on Thursday at 12:13 p.m. The statement is in effect until Monday Feb. 2, at 9 a.m. An increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents with breaking waves of 14 to 19 feet, can be expected according to the NWS San Francisco CA.
Environment
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

2 surfers missing off the Santa Cruz coast, US Coast Guard says

The U.S. Coast Guard suspended a search for two missing surfers near Santa Cruz Lighthouse after searching more than 90 miles.
California
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Surfer, lifeguard rescue young bodyboarder from pounding surf at Santa Cruz County beach

A teenage bodyboarder was rescued from a powerful rip current at Manresa State Beach by a local surfer and a lifeguard and was released without injury.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

East Bay man dies in Marin water emergency

A 30-year-old Oakland resident died in a water emergency at Point Reyes National Seashore's North Beach on Sunday after being found 100 feet offshore.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Surfers rescue 6 people after boat capsizes off Santa Cruz coast

Surfers at Steamer Lane rescued six injured passengers from a capsized motorboat, stabilizing them on boards until harbor patrol and ambulances arrived.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Surfers raced into 'crazy' Santa Cruz surf to save family of six

"Crazy situation yesterday," Virostko wrote on Instagram. "I saw the boat coming as I was outside dodging a big middle peak set. He zoomed by me and I saw he had his family on the boat. As I watched him drive straight into a big white wash I knew they went down and it was time to paddle in as quickly as possible to help save the family."
California
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