The first victim, an adult male, had no pulse when rangers responded. CPR was done for approximately 10 minutes and a pulse was regained. The second victim, an adult female, appeared to be suffering from hypothermia and was transported by San Francisco Fire Department ambulance to St. Mary's Hospital. The National Weather Service has issued a heavy surf advisory for the California coast extending from Point Arena to Point Piedras Blancas, including the San Francisco Bay Area. They are warning that swells can range from 10 to 13 feet.
Large waves can catch visitors unaware as they are standing on the shore.
Baker Beach, as well as Ocean Beach and China Beach, are not recommended swimming beaches due the surf and rip tides. These beaches are not lifeguarded. NPS rangers and US Park Police patrol the coastal areas daily to warn visitors about ocean safety. They will be on patrol today to warn visitors about the high surf. All images may be copyrighted by the stories source.