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Man dies after being pulled from water by beachgoers Wednesday When EMS crews arrived, citizens had pulled the man out of the water and had CPR in progress, Fire Chief Robert Rocha said. Author: KIII Staff Updated: 2:09 PM CDT June 3, 2021 CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A 61-year-old man was pulled out of the water near beach marker 214 Wednesday by a group of beachgoers, officials said. He died shortly after arriving at Bay Area Hospital.

Corpus Christi's emergency response capability has been beefed up in a big way.

Following the tragic drowning of Andru Bass, concerns have been raised about promoting more beach safety.

Corpus Christi's fire chief is urging residents and tourists alike to be mindful of rip currents while enjoying the beach over the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. It comes days after a young man drowned after getting caught in one, and a man who helped search for him is reacting to his death.

The 18-year-old was last seen on Sunday.