Tragedy on the Deschutes

[Howly Wolf]

Sad news out of Bend-- 17 year old surfer, Ben Murphy, was pinned under the river wave for 6 minutes after his foot got stuck in the artificial reef. He was rescued and although medical intervention initially provided hope for recovery, poor guy succumbed to organ failure later that day. Wave is shut down indefinitely while the town mourns. Here's wishing Ben's family, friends, and surf community peace in this difficult time.

https://www.oregonlive.com/pacific-nort ... -wave.html

[smithgrind]

Damn, that is a serious downer. Kid was only 17

[Major Lazer]

Sad news for sure. My old collage and buddy is a regular there. wonder if her was there that day. Man that just sucks