A kite surfer was rescued from a Bay Area beach on Sunday after a private helicopter spotted him throwing rocks onto the sand and pleading for help, according to Cal Fire’s San Mateo-Santa Cruz Division.
Video shared by CAL FIRE CZU on X shows a kitesurfer being rescued after becoming stranded on the beach south of Davenport Landing.
The surfers wrote the word “HELP” using stones on the beach, which was spotted by a civilian helicopter and called for help.
Cal Fire released video of the rescue effort, showing a helicopter hoisting the kitesurfer to safety.
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A kitesurf was rescued Sunday by a Cal Fire helicopter after writing “HELP” in the sand with rocks. (KTVU)
The department praised Cal Fire’s San Mateo and Santa Cruz units, a helicopter from the department’s Santa Clara unit, the Santa Cruz County Fire Department and California State Parks for working together to complete the rescue operation.
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A kite surfer was rescued after becoming stranded on the beach south of Davenport Landing on Sunday. (X/@CALFIRECZU)
Cal Fire said the beach was somewhat remote and difficult to access, plus there was a high tide.
Authorities said the surfer did not require medical attention and just needed help getting off the beach.
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It is unclear how long the unidentified kite surfer was stranded on the beach before being rescued.
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“Great job Cal Fire CZU team! Great rescue and so lucky the kitesurf was found. I windsurf in the Bay Area so I understand the dangers. Our community truly appreciates the work and sacrifices of an amazing team like you. Thank you for all you do!”, was the post used on X.
