Laguna Beach 5-year-old swept into sea found near Christmas Cove after coast‑guard search
TL;DR
The body of 5-year-old Amada Mia Brown, who was swept into the ocean during a swell in Laguna Beach, was found about 250–300 yards offshore near Christmas Cove during an aerial survey on June 11. A 24-hour search by Orange County lifeguards, Harbor Patrol, the U.S. Coast Guard and drones followed the June 9 incident; two bystanders rescued the mother and a sibling, who were hospitalized and later released. The Treasure Island Beach area is known for strong rip currents.
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- Body of girl swept into ocean in Laguna Beach found near Christmas Cove Orange County Register
- Body of missing 5-year-old girl recovered in Laguna Beach after she was swept into ocean with mother, brother amid dangerous surf ABC7 Los Angeles
- Body of 5-Year-Old Girl Swept Away at California Beach Is Recovered The New York Times
- Search for girl ends after 24 hours of scouring ocean amid treacherous conditions Los Angeles Times
- Body of missing young girl swept out to sea found off Laguna Beach KTLA
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