Father and 7-year-old daughter killed in wave that pulled them into the ocean in Monterey

On Sunday, a 39-year-old father named Yuji Hu and his 7-year-old daughter were found dead in Monterey County, California, after being pulled into the ocean by a large wave. The incident occurred on Friday around 13:00 near the Rocky Point restaurant. A 15- to 20-foot wave pulled the family into the Pacific Ocean as the mother tried to reach them.

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On Sunday morning, a diver discovered the body of a girl about 100 yards offshore. The child's body was brought to shore and handed over to state park officials. The father, who was also pulled out of the water, was taken to the hospital where he was later pronounced dead, and the mother, who survived the incident, was hospitalized in stable condition with mild hypothermia.

This tragic incident highlights the dangers of natural disasters and the risks associated with proximity to water, especially in severe storm conditions. Local authorities are conducting an investigation to determine the details of the incident.