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Kayaker Vanishes Off Texas Coast
7 Sep
Summary
- US Coast Guard searched for missing kayaker near South Padre Island.
- An empty kayak was found about 400 yards offshore.
- Search efforts were suspended after six hours of searching.
- Officials urge beachgoers to use caution around currents.
A search for a missing kayaker off the coast of South Padre Island, Texas, was suspended by the U.S. Coast Guard on Saturday, September 5, after six hours of intensive effort. The Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi received a report around 4:30 p.m. regarding the missing individual. Witnesses at Beach Access #6 observed a man in a kayak approximately 400 yards from shore. They lost sight of him, and only his empty kayak remained visible.
During their operation, the Coast Guard covered 168 nautical miles using two aircraft and one boat. Search efforts were subsequently handed over to park rangers and the Cameron County Beach Patrol. The Coast Guard has suspended its search pending any new developments. Officials emphasized the importance of safety, advising beachgoers to exercise caution, particularly during stormy weather, and to carry essential safety equipment like life jackets.
