Rip Current — Humboldt, California
2000-03-25 · near Shelter Cove, Humboldt, California
3
Direct deaths
Wider weather episode
A school group from Calgary, Alberta was visiting Black Sands Beach near Shelter Cove. A rogue wave swept the female victim out to sea. Four other members of the group attempted a rescue but were overcome by waves and currents. Two were later rescued by a fishing vessel and the Coast Guard. Two teenage boys were not found.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5137969. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.