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1 dead after car drives off cliff in Santa Cruz, lands in ocean
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· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The incident involved a vehicle going over a cliff and into the water.
A fatal accident occurred in Santa Cruz, resulting in one death and one injury. The incident involved a vehicle going over a cliff and into the water. Rescue efforts were made, with swimmers entering the ocean to assist.
The crash site was near a popular surfing area. One person managed to escape the vehicle on their own and received minor injuries. Another person was pulled from the submerged car but did not survive.
Further details about the incident, including the cause and the individuals involved, are being investigated and can be found through official sources.
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Category: safety Published: August 13, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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