Crews responding to water rescue for surfer in Isla Vista

ISLA VISTA, Calif. – Crews rescued a surfer whose surfboard leash broke while off the coast of Isla Vista on Wednesday evening, according to Santa Barbara County Fire.

County fire spokesperson Scott Safechuck said rescue water-crafts pulled the surfer from the water, as his board had washed ashore, and he had no medical complaints.

Ocean Rescue Update: Surfer taken to Goleta Beach by RWC. Leash broke while surfing causing surfboard to wash ashore. Male surfer mid 40’s evaluated/no medical complaints and released on his own reconnaissance.

— Scott Safechuck (@SBCFireInfo) March 23, 2023

The rescue happened off the shore of 6800 block of Del Playa Dr, according to Safechuck.

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