Boy swims four hours through rough seas to save mother and siblings off Western Australia
The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Ima CaldwellFebruary 3, 2026 at 02:52 AM
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A 13-year-old boy swam approximately 4 kilometers through rough seas for four hours to save his mother and two younger siblings off the coast of Western Australia. The family was vacationing in Quindalup, near Geographe Bay, about 250km south of Perth. On Friday afternoon, strong winds pushed their inflatable paddleboards and kayak offshore. The boy swam to shore to raise the alarm, leading to a rescue operation. His actions were crucial in ensuring the safety of his family who were swept out to sea.
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Western Australia
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