Overview
- San Francisco firefighters rescued a woman clinging to a cliff by the Cliff House on Wednesday, with the operation finishing at 4:50 p.m.
- Fire officials said she had been swimming at Kelly’s Cove when a strong current swept her away from her entry point, prompting her to climb the rocks where she became stuck.
- A firefighter rappelled down to her position, secured her with ropes, a harness and a helmet, and crews hauled her up to the roadway.
- The woman was evaluated on scene and reported uninjured, and the fire department said no responders were hurt.
- Live helicopter footage drew wide attention to the rescue and renewed warnings about Ocean Beach’s 50–55°F water and powerful rip currents linked to past fatalities.