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Story summary
- A boat capsized near Steamer Lane in Santa Cruz, California, on February 6, 2026, throwing six people (including four children) into the water.
- Surfers, including Darryl “Flea” Virostko and two 14-year-olds, rescued the victims before emergency crews arrived.
- All six victims were taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
- Santa Cruz Fire Department Fire Chief Rob Oatey praised the surfers and urged the public to follow boating regulations during heavy surf.
