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Watch dogs pulled from the Pacific after van plunges into the surf near Malibu
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Colleen Shalby , as published by Los Angeles Times - California
· October 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The van's plunge into the surf led to a response from firefighters, who worked to free the trapped dog. A van veered into the ocean, resulting in a rescue operation for the dogs on board.
A van veered into the ocean, resulting in a rescue operation for the dogs on board. Firefighters were able to rescue one dog that was trapped. The incident occurred near Malibu.
The van's plunge into the surf led to a response from firefighters, who worked to free the trapped dog. Details of the incident are available from the source.
Further information about the circumstances surrounding the van's entry into the ocean is not provided here, but can be found through the original source.
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Published: October 4, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
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