On May 17, the U.S. Coast Guard released video footage of a dramatic rescue at Panther Beach in Santa Cruz County, California, where eight individuals were trapped in a cave due to rising tides. The incident began when a person texted 911 around 8 p.m., reporting that 11 people were trapped as water levels rose. Responding agencies included CAL FIRE, Santa Cruz County Fire, and the U.S. Coast Guard. Five individuals who could swim managed to wade out of the cave with the help of lifeguards. However, three individuals who could not swim required air rescue. The Coast Guard dispatched an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter, which arrived on scene at 9:20 p.m. and hoisted the three trapped individuals, who exhibited symptoms of hypothermia, to safety. They were subsequently handed over to CAL FIRE personnel for evaluation. Authorities emphasized the importance of checking local tide charts before visiting coastal areas, as rising waters can quickly trap individuals against cliffs.