Coast Guard issues alert for surfer off Waddell Beach, Santa Cruz County CA


The Coast Guard issued an alert about a downwind surfer spotted about half a mile off Elliott Creek near Waddell Beach. Boaters and nearby vessels are asked to watch for the surfer with a white kite and report any sightings to help with the rescue.
Audio|Source: Santa Barbara County Sheriff, Fire, Aircraft and Marine, Lompoc Police / Fire
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Transcript:
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PON, PON, PON, all stations, all stations, all stations.
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This is Coast Guard Sector San Francisco, Coast Guard Sector San Francisco, Coast Guard Sector San Francisco.
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Time 1645 Local, 2345, Greenwich Mean Time.
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The Coast Guard has received a report of a downwind surfer, half a mile off Elliott Creek, north of Waddell Beach with White Kite.
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All those within the vicinity, you are requested to keep lookout, report any sightings to the Coast Guard and assist in the rescue.
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Coast Guard, Texas, San Francisco.
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Out.
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Location mentioned:
Waddell Beach, California 95017
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