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Two women, Harshita Nair and Mahial Sran, died after being swept to sea during a visit to a Northern California beach.
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Yellow Bank Beach, Santa Cruz, California, United States
Who
Harshita Nair, Mahial Sran, Cal FIRE spokesperson Michael Horn, Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s spokesperson Ashley Keehn
What
Two women, Harshita Nair and Mahial Sran, died after being swept to sea during a visit to a Northern California beach.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 19:27:07 GMT · 4h 50m ago
Where
Yellow Bank Beach, Santa Cruz, California, United States ·
Why
They were "caught off guard" and swept into the ocean near Yellow Bank Beach.
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How this affects you
The incident serves as a reminder for beachgoers to exercise caution near the ocean, emphasizing the dangers of unexpected waves and rising tides. It highlights the potential for tragic accidents even in seemingly calm conditions.
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