2 surfers missing off the Santa Cruz coast, US Coast Guard says

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Two Surfers Still Missing Off Santa Cruz Coast as Search Yields No Leads

A dramatic search operation by the US Coast Guard in the waters off Santa Cruz, California, is still underway but has so far yielded no signs of two missing surfers. The incident occurred on Friday evening when bystanders reported seeing two surfers in distress approximately 200 yards offshore while riding waves that were around seven to nine feet high.

The Coast Guard quickly sprang into action, dispatching boats and aircrew to scour the area for any sign of the missing individuals. However, after an extensive search effort covering over 90 miles, the Coast Guard announced its decision to suspend the operation at around 8 a.m. local time on Saturday.

According to officials, the decision to call off the search was not taken lightly and was based on careful evaluation of all available information, including environmental conditions and survivability assessments. The Coast Guard's Chief Warrant Officer Michael Zapawa noted that "the decision to suspend a search weighs heavily on all crews involved" and emphasized the importance of making an informed decision in high-pressure situations.

As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with any information regarding the missing surfers to come forward. If you have any details or know something about the incident, please contact the Coast Guard Sector San Francisco command center at 415-399-7399.

The search for the two surfers remains ongoing, and residents in the area are holding their breaths as they wait for any news that might bring an end to this harrowing ordeal.
 
This is so sad 🤕. I mean, I know the Coast Guard did everything they could, but it's still really worrying. But you know what? Maybe these two surfers are just out there having some epic adventure, exploring some hidden coves or something. And who knows, maybe they'll turn up in a few days with some crazy story to tell 🤪. The Coast Guard is doing a great job trying to keep everyone safe and informed, and I'm sure the authorities will get to the bottom of this eventually 👍. Let's all just take a deep breath and hope for the best ❤️.
 
Ugh I'm still trying to understand how surfing can be so sketchy? Like isn't it supposed to be all fun in the sun? 😅 Anyway, I was just thinking about getting a new phone case and I saw this super cool picture of a wave on Instagram... what's with the big waves in California anyway? Is that normal for Santa Cruz? 🤔 And did they find any surfboards or stuff from the missing guys? I feel bad for their families...
 
I'm low-key surprised the Coast Guard was able to keep searching for so long without finding anything 🤷‍♂️. Like, 90 miles of ocean is a lot to cover and it's kinda crazy they didn't find some clues or bodies by now? 😬 Maybe it's just me, but I think they're just messing with us at this point. The Coast Guard is all like "we couldn't find anything" when in reality, they probably did see something but chose not to report it 🤐. Still gotta hold out hope for those two surfers tho 👍
 
🌊😬 still cant wrap me head around this... 🤯 2 ppl just vanish into thin air while surfing 🏄‍♂️🏄‍♀️ think about the waves those guys were riding, it was like 7-9 feet high 🌊 thats a lot of power and unpredictability. dont know how bad it got but for now, Coast Guard has called off search 🚫 still gotta wonder if they'll ever be found 🤞

```diagram:
+---------------+
| Surfing scene |
+---------------+
|
| Wave
v
+---------------+ +---------------+
| 7-9 ft high | | Coast Guard |
| | | Search |
+---------------+ +---------------+
| |
| Two surfers | Suspended
| in distress | search
v v
+---------------+ +---------------+
| | | |
| Coast Guard | | Bystanders |
| Response | | Reporting |
+---------------+ +---------------+

```
 
🌊😟 this is so not cool, two dudes out there on their own, no support, and now the coast guard has given up? i mean, we're lucky it wasn't a helicopter or boat accident... 90 miles of search, but still no leads? what if they just ran out of fuel or got separated in the chaos? 🤯 we need more resources, not less. also, why isn't there more support from local organizations and surf clubs? these guys were just out catching waves, shouldn't they have some backup plan in place? this is all so frustrating 🙄
 
OMG, I'm still trying to process what happened off the Santa Cruz coast 🌊😱 Those two surfers must be totally shaken after being out there for so long. The Coast Guard is doing everything they can to find them, but it's like, really tough with all those miles of ocean to search through...

I feel bad for the people on land waiting to hear some news about these missing surfers 🤕 They must be going crazy not knowing what's happening out there. And the Coast Guard is working so hard, I appreciate them taking this case so seriously 💪

If anyone has any info, please come forward! It would really help bring closure to their families and loved ones 🙏 The search might be suspended for now, but I'm sure they'll keep looking until those surfers are found safe and sound 😌
 
I'm thinking about those missing surfers 🤕... I mean what if you're out catchin' waves and your phone runs outta battery? How would you even call for help then? 😱 Need a device that's waterproof and has super long battery life, like my new Samsung phone 📱💻. Anyways, hope they find those dudes soon! 💕
 
I'm really worried about these missing surfer guys... 🤞 I mean, can you imagine being out there on the water, catching some sick waves, and then just getting swept away? 😲 It's a nightmare scenario. The fact that the Coast Guard is giving it their all to find them, but still hasn't found any leads, is super frustrating. I'm sure they're scouring the area with every available resource, but sometimes in these situations, it's just a matter of being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

I think what's really getting me is the uncertainty aspect - we don't even know if they're alive or not! 🤕 The Coast Guard's decision to suspend the search was probably made after careful consideration, but it's still super scary. I hope that whoever finds out something soon will be able to bring some closure to their families and loved ones. Keeping my fingers crossed for a positive outcome... 💕
 
🤔 honestly i think its unfair how quickly the search got suspended like what if one of them had a signal device or something that couldve helped them get rescued? 📱 idk, maybe they were just in really bad shape and the coast guard was smart to end the search before anyone else got hurt 🙏 its not like they didnt try their best but sometimes these things just dont have happy endings 🌊
 
Man, my heart is still racing thinking about those two missing surfers 🤯😱. The US Coast Guard is doin' everything they can to find 'em, but the ocean's a tough place, you know? 🌊🌴 I've heard stories of people gettin' caught in riptides or swept out by huge waves, and it's just not something you ever forget 😬. The Coast Guard's decision to suspend the search was probably made with heavy hearts, but they're makin' sure everyone's doin' what's best 🙏. I'm keepin' my fingers crossed that someone comes forward with some info that'll help bring those surfers home 🤞🌊 #StaySafeOutThere #SurferSOS #CoastGuardHeroMode
 
Ugh man... so sad 🤕 these two surfers just vanishing into thin air like they're in some thriller movie. It's crazy how quickly things can go from a fun day out at the beach to a major search operation. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that someone comes forward with any info and those guys are found safe & sound 🙏. The Coast Guard is doing their best, but it's just so frustrating not knowing what happened to them.
 
I'm literally shaking my head thinking about these two surfers still missing off the Santa Cruz coast 🤕🌊 Like, I get it, stuff like this can happen in a split second, and it's not uncommon for people to get caught out there. But 90 miles of searching? That's just crazy, right? 🙄 Still, gotta give credit to the Coast Guard for doing everything they can to find them. They're definitely under a lot of pressure, so I hope they found some info that'll lead to a rescue soon 🤞. It's just really frustrating when these things happen because you know how many families are out there waiting to hear if their loved ones are safe 😔.
 
omg u wont bliev this 2 ppl r just chillin out in the water and now theres nothin but empty waves lol what if ther was a shark? or a rip current? the coast guard shoulda had better tech than dat 🚨😱 theyre still lookin for them tho so hopefully they find sum1 alive 💔
 
This is so stressful for the families of those missing guys 🤕🌊 They're out there searching like crazy but no luck yet... gotta be super tough on them. The Coast Guard's doing a solid job though, at least they're being cautious and not rushing into anything. It's just frustrating that we don't have any leads yet... fingers crossed someone comes forward with info soon 🤞
 
😔 This is so sad... I mean, it's crazy how fast these things can happen out there in the ocean. 200 yards from shore, and already the Coast Guard was scrambling to respond. Those guys must be literally shaking with worry right now. I hope they find some clues or something soon... 🤞 90 miles of searching is a huge amount of water to cover, so it's understandable that the Coast Guard might have run out of leads by now. Still, my heart goes out to those surfers and their families 🌊💔
 
🌊 This whole situation is really unsettling, you know? Two people just vanished while surfing, and we don't even get to see their faces or anything. It's like, what were they doing out there all alone? Was the sea just too rough for them? I mean, those waves were supposed to be around seven to nine feet high... that's not exactly a cakewalk.

I think it's great that the Coast Guard is doing everything in their power to find these guys. But at the same time, you can't help but wonder if they're just... gone? I guess what really gets me is how much time has passed since the incident. It feels like an eternity waiting for any news or updates. And with all the uncertainty surrounding it, I don't blame people in the area for feeling anxious and worried.

I've been thinking about how this could have happened, and I'm no expert or anything, but it's hard not to think about the surfers' safety equipment and whether they had any sort of emergency plan in place. Was it something like a riptide or just bad luck? It's all so frustrating because we want answers, but at the same time... maybe we don't deserve them.
 
omg can't believe those 2 surfers are still missing 🤕😱 its been days now... i feel so bad for their families and friends, i'm sure its been super tough on them 😔 anyway, i hope the coast guard keeps searching, they gotta try everything to find those guys 🚣‍♂️💦
 
Ugh man, my heart's still sinking thinking about those dudes out there 🤕. I mean, 90 miles of searching is a huge amount of water and it's crazy how quickly the Coast Guard had to call off the operation. The thought that they might've missed something is just really tough on everyone involved 🌊. What if they were caught in a rip current or hit their head on a rock? It's not like they're just 'surfers' who ventured out too far, these guys could be friends or family... it's just terrible 💔. I'm definitely reaching out to the Coast Guard and letting them know anything that might help find those dudes 👍.
 
Ugh, my heart goes out to those missing surfers 🤕... 90 miles of searching without finding them is crazy! I'm glad the Coast Guard did a thorough job, but it's still super frustrating. I mean, can't we just get some answers? The fact that they suspended the search doesn't necessarily mean anything bad happened... but at the same time, it's not like they just walked away from their boards 🏄‍♂️ either.

I feel for the surf community in Santa Cruz, too - this incident is gonna have them on edge for a while. And what about all those bystanders who saw something? Have they been asked to come forward yet? I hope so! We need everyone's help to get to the bottom of this.
 
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