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The Cape Hatteras National Seashore has reported the death of a South Carolina man Saturday morning “as a result of an incident that occurred while kayaking.”

According to CHNS, the kayaker, 72, of Florence, S.C., launched from the beach near Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Ramp 43 on the morning of July 20, 2024. Ramp 43 is located east of the Cape Point Campground near Buxton.

“Bystanders reported seeing the kayak capsize while attempting to ride a wave approximately 50 yards from the beach. They swam out to help pull the man from the kayak and brought him to the beach,” stated a CHNS news release. “Cardiopulmonary resuscitation efforts were initiated; however, they were unsuccessful.”

Assisting with the incident were the Dare County Emergency Medical Service, Dare County Sheriff’s Office, Hatteras Island Ocean Rescue and Cape Hatteras National Seashore Rangers.

Because the fatality occurred while kayaking, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is investing the incident, noted CHNS.

“We send our condolences to the kayaker’s family and friends,” stated Cape Hatteras National Seashore Superintendent David Hallac.

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