Laguna Beach Authorities End Search for Missing Girl Amid Dangerous Surf Conditions
A young girl remains missing after being swept into the ocean by a large wave in Laguna Beach, California. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening when the girl, along with her mother and brother, was caught in powerful surf conditions. While the mother and brother were rescued by nearby good Samaritans, the girl could not be found. The search, which involved the Laguna Beach Marine Safety Department, Orange County Sheriff's Department Harbor Patrol, and the U.S. Coast Guard, was called off after 24 hours. The search efforts included rescue boats, dive teams, and aerial resources. The incident happened during a period of hazardous surf conditions affecting the Southern California coast, with waves reaching up to 20 feet in some areas. 
