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Tourists seeking photos on remote Oregon beach get trapped by tides, spell ‘SOS’ with driftwood
NBC News • • nation
Key Points:
- Three tourists in their 20s became stranded on Lost Boy Beach in Tillamook, Oregon, after the tide blocked their exit while they sought a photo opportunity.
- Rescue teams used a rope system to safely evacuate the group, who were treated for minor scrapes and bumps, amid concerns about hypothermia risks due to cold winds and temperatures.
- Lost Boy Beach is a remote area accessible only by crossing a sea cave or climbing down rocks, with tides that can trap visitors, prompting officials to warn about the dangers of the location.
- Officials noted an increase in visitors attempting to create social media content in hazardous coastal areas and urged tourists to use tide apps and consult locals before visiting.
- Due to the El Niño climate pattern expected this year, higher tides and potential coastal flooding are anticipated, increasing the risks for beachgoers in the region.
