California man washed out to sea in HPP

[Rob Tucker]

A young California man was washed of the cliffs in HPP and was rescued by the fire department. He was taken to Hilo Hospital in critical condition. I hope he recovers.

Star-Advertiser:
http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/break...29668.html

[macuu222]

Wow. I was along the cliffs at that time yesterday but down further towards Makuu. I didn't notice any helicopter rescue

[JerryCarr]

The Big Island rescue squad was quite busy yesterday with the HPP cliff incident and two others:

Flash flood http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/break...54173.html

Lost Hiker http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/break...13368.html

[Kelena]

Anyone know where the young man was washed off the cliff, exactly? I am starting to think that homeowner's in the area should keep a life preserver or two at the ready, although it may not have helped this young man. I hope he is okay.

[Rob Tucker]

Kelena, That's a good idea as long as a life ring isn't stolen.

[rusty h]

a 1/4 filled milk gallon container works pretty well if nothing else.
peace

[DTisme]

Hubby said the fire engines were at Paradise end of the park.

[Jody]

Unfortunately, he didn't make it:
https://local.nixle.com/alert/4710303/

Sadly, another reminder to never take your eyes off of the water and to stay back from the edge of the cliffs.

[EightFingers]

Article says he was climbing on the cliff. At least it makes more sense to me since I imagine it would take quite a wave to wash someone away who standing at the top.

[rusty h]

Sounds like something I would have done at 20 something. Now I'm 50 something and when I look back at some choices I made I feel lucky to be here on Puna Web sharing thoughts. Even in 2005 I ventured too far and almost got done in. Thankful that my son was around!
Peace