Introduction to the Incident
A man was rushed to the hospital after he nearly drowned in Surfside on Sunday, authorities said.
About 7 p.m., lifeguards responded to a call of a missing swimmer in the area of 90th Street and Collins Avenue in Surfside.
Response and Rescue Efforts
One witness said rescue crews spent at least five minutes looking for him. Everlayn Borges was at the beach and shot video with her cell phone. “They were trying to give him CPR and he was not responding,” she said. “At this point it was very sad, because he was with some friends and they were witnessing what was happening and the whole thing was very heartbreaking.” She described the victim as a young man. First responders found him, then rushed him to shore using a personal watercraft, pulling the patient who was on a rescue sled tethered to the watercraft.
Medical Assistance and Aftermath
Once they arrived on the beach, lifeguards jumped off and started administering CPR. Borges says she is a free-diver and a seasoned swimmer and knows windy beach days can be dangerous. “You are never really comfortable seeing someone on the worst day of their life, it is definitely very dangerous this time of year and it would be good if everybody would be mindful to not trust the ocean, because it is very unpredictable,” she said.
Other Incidents
Miami Beach Ocean Rescue also responded to two near drownings Sunday in the area of 16th Street and Ocean Drive. Lifeguards were able to rescue two people. They were checked by medics and then released.
Investigation and Victim’s Condition
The name of the person in the Surfside incident has not been released and there is no information on his condition. Police are investigating.
Conclusion
The near-drowning incident in Surfside highlights the importance of being cautious and aware of the dangers of the ocean, especially during windy and unpredictable conditions. It also showcases the quick response and professionalism of lifeguards and first responders in saving lives.
FAQs
- Q: What happened in Surfside on Sunday?
A: A man nearly drowned and was rushed to the hospital after being pulled from the water. - Q: Where did the incident occur?
A: The incident happened in the area of 90th Street and Collins Avenue in Surfside. - Q: What were the conditions like at the time of the incident?
A: It was a windy beach day, which can be particularly dangerous for swimmers. - Q: Were there other incidents reported on the same day?
A: Yes, Miami Beach Ocean Rescue responded to two near drownings in the area of 16th Street and Ocean Drive. - Q: What is the condition of the victim in the Surfside incident?
A: There is no information available on the victim’s condition, and the name has not been released.
