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Surfing the flood control channel

62-Year-Old Channel Paddleboard Surfer
Paddleboard Man IDentified
62 year old James Michael Miller decided he would "surfing" in a flood control channel in Escondido. Unfortunately, he was unable to navigate the swift waters and fell off his surfboard. Wearing clothing unsuitable for water borne sports, Miller was unable to keep his head above water and drowned.

Submitted on 03/05/2019

Submitted by: Anonymous
Reference: https://www.10news.com/news/local-news/man-who-died-paddleboarding-in-escondido-flood-channel-identi


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Bruce said:
Definitely Keep: Darwin Award
I don't think we've received this yet, and looking at the photo in that article I can't believe anybody would think it's smart to try to surf down that narrow channel when its flooded. Thanks!


Candi said:
Definitely Keep: Darwin Award
(thump) Oh sheesh. Thanks!