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Heroic Rescue Attempt Ends in Tragedy Off Aussie Coast
19 Nov
Summary
- A surfer's surfboard snapped, prompting a friend's rescue attempt.
- Both men were caught in treacherous sea conditions and drowned.
- Weather warnings advised against entering the water that day.
A tragic incident occurred off Australia's south coast where two friends lost their lives in treacherous sea conditions. The event unfolded when Calum McCombie's surfboard snapped while he was surfing at Frankston Beach, overwhelming him in the rough waters.
His friend, Nicho Muggleton, witnessing the ordeal from Frankston pier, immediately rushed to help. However, Muggleton was also caught by the fierce waves, leaving both men at the mercy of the ocean. Emergency services, including a police helicopter, were dispatched but could not revive either man.
On the day of the incident, Victoria experienced severe weather with winds up to 80 mph, leading the Bureau of Meteorology to issue warnings for strong gusts and dangerous seas. Police described the deaths as tragic and preventable, highlighting the unsuitable conditions for any water activity.
