A swimmer died along a rugged section of California’s Big Sur coastline after disappearing in the water and later being found on rocks, firefighters said.
The man was reported missing shortly after 1 p.m. at Sand Dollar Beach, Big Sur Fire Chief Matt Harris said.
Responders spent roughly 20 minutes searching the area before finding him on the rocks.
Several emergency agencies joined the operation. The US Coast Guard also sent a helicopter to assist with the coastal search, according to KSBW.
Rescuers brought the swimmer off the rocks and began CPR immediately, but efforts to revive him were unsuccessful.
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Authorities have not yet determined the circumstances that led to the man’s death.
First responders are urging visitors to use extreme caution along California’s Central Coast, where heavy ocean swells, slick rocks and strong tidal shifts can quickly create life-threatening conditions.
“The ocean is unforgiving, you know. And right now, especially with the large tidal movements. And right now we have a pretty good-sized northwest swell. The rocks are very slippery. The swell is very powerful. And just to be careful and know you know your limitations,” Harris said.
Officials advised swimmers to review ocean conditions before entering the water and remain aware of the dangers posed by powerful surf.