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Oakland Fisherman Dies After Being Swept Away by High Surf at Rodeo Beach

Ho Yu Wong, 78, was pulled from the water by a surfer but was pronounced dead at the scene; investigations into the exact cause of death are ongoing.

A fisherman was pulled from the waters off of Rodeo Beach and later pronounced dead, according to Marin County officials. 
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Overview

  • Ho Yu Wong, a 78-year-old fisherman from Oakland, was fishing for mussels on Rodeo Beach when he fell into the water and was swept away by high surf on Tuesday afternoon.
  • A surfer rescued Wong from the water and attempted CPR before emergency crews arrived, but he was pronounced dead at 4:19 p.m. after suffering cardiac arrest.
  • The National Park Service had issued a beach hazard warning for sneaker waves earlier in the week, which remained in effect until Wednesday morning.
  • Emergency response efforts involved multiple agencies, including the National Park Service, Coast Guard, CHP, and Southern Marin Fire District.
  • Authorities are conducting a forensic exam and toxicology testing to determine the exact cause and manner of Wong's death, with results expected later this week.