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fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Wexford youngsters branded as heroes after taking life-saving action to help swimmers in difficulty

Kuba Dmowski, Sean Holden, and Tiernan Codd, upon witnessing a group swimming into a dangerous area, took immediate action by calling emergency services, resulting in a successful rescue.
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California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

California tsunami: Here's where damage and casualties could be the worst

California faces significant tsunami risks, affecting over 680,000 residents in hazard zones.
Distant-source tsunamis provide warning, but near-source tsunamis pose immediate threats.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'We are heartbroken' - priest in tribute to two teenagers who died in Donegal swimming tragedy

Tragic drowning incident off Buncrana claims two young lives, highlighting dangers of swimming in coastal waters.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Surprise! Gender reveal party's pink flare mistaken for marine emergency

A gender reveal party causes alarm as emergency services mistake a pink flare for distress, reminding the public about the implications of using flares.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

6 Killed as Giant Waves Batter Australia

On Sunday morning, a man who was fishing in Wattamolla, about 20 miles south of Sydney, died after being swept into the sea... This brought the total to five drownings in New South Wales since Friday.
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fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
3 months ago

Update: Beach hazards statement issued for Bay Area Shorelines until Monday night sneaker waves possible

Hazardous beach conditions expected due to sneaker waves and rip currents along California's coastal areas through April 7.
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fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
5 months ago
SF parents

Beach hazards statement for Bay Area Shorelines for Tuesday and Wednesday breaking waves of 15 to 18 feet expected

Beach hazards statement issued for Coastal North Bay due to high waves, sneaker waves, and rip currents, urging public to avoid water activities.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Coastal warning issued after magnitude 6.7 quake hits off New Zealand

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake hit New Zealand's South Island, prompting emergency warnings and reports of minor damage.
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San Francisco
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
5 months ago

Update: High surf advisory issued for Bay Area Shorelines until Monday night waves up to 20 feet possible

High surf advisory issued for Coastal North Bay due to dangerous wave conditions.
Inexperienced swimmers advised to avoid water as waves could reach up to 20 feet.
San Francisco
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
5 months ago

Update: High surf advisory issued for Bay Area Shorelines until Monday night waves up to 20 feet possible

High surf advisory issued for Coastal North Bay due to dangerous wave conditions.
Inexperienced swimmers advised to avoid water as waves could reach up to 20 feet.
SF parents
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
5 months ago

Update: High surf advisory issued for Bay Area Shorelines until early Wednesday morning breaking waves of 20 to 25 feet predicted

A high surf advisory is in effect for Coastal North Bay with waves expected to reach 20-25 feet, creating dangerous conditions.
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fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
5 months ago

Update: Bay Area Shorelines under a high surf advisory from Saturday to Monday

The National Weather Service has issued a high surf advisory for Coastal North Bay, warning of dangerous conditions such as sneaker waves and strong currents.
SF parents
fromIrish Independent
9 months ago

'Don't risk your life' - Met Eireann's Joanna Donnelly urges public to stay away from coasts ahead of orange warning for Storm Ashley

Storm Ashley poses significant risks with high winds and potential coastal flooding, urging public caution in affected areas.
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