Overview

• The girl was digging a hole in the sand when it collapsed, burying her in six to eight feet of sand.
• Rescue teams had less than an hour to free her before the high tide could complicate the situation.
• Beachgoers, lifeguards, and emergency responders worked together to dig her out in around 15 minutes.
• The teen was conscious and uninjured, and she was released after a medical evaluation.
• Authorities warn against digging deep holes in the sand due to the risk of collapse.