A driver was rescued after driving into the surf at Corona Del Mar

Early this morning at approximately 5:30 a.m., Newport Beach Police Department and Fire Department crews responded to a vehicle in the water at Corona del Mar Main Beach.

NBPD officers arrived first and successfully rescued an individual from the water, despite the challenging conditions caused by waves rolling the vehicle in the surf. Their quick actions ensured the safety of the patient, who was later transported to a local area hospital for evaluation and treatment.

NBFD units NB6, NE65, NM65, NE64, NT63, and NBLG provided medical care and scene support, while Public Works personnel worked to safely remove the vehicle from the surfline before it was later towed away.

The teamwork and determination of all responders were critical in overcoming the hazards posed by the early morning surf.

The cause of the vehicle ending up in the ocean is under investigation through NBPD.

Art Pedroza Editor

Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

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