Emergency services at St Clair Beach this morning. Photo: Stephen JaquieryA man has died at St Clair Beach after extensive attempts to resuscitate him today. Hato Hone St John watch operations manager Cam Third was at the scene and said CPR was given as soon as he reached the shore. ‘‘A lot of off duty ambulance officers, doctors and firefighters were also on the beach at the time and got stuck in to help before we [St John ambulance crews] arrived. Hato Hone St John was notified of a water incident in Saint Clair at 11:51am today, a spokesperson said.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 19, 2026 01:05 UTC