California officials find body of missing five-year-old girl swept out to sea

California officials recovered the body of a five-year-old girl on June 11, 2026, who was swept into the ocean earlier that week. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening at Treasure Island Beach in Orange County when a wave engulfed the girl, her mother, and her brother as they walked along the shore. The mother and brother were successfully rescued from the turbulent waters. Laguna Beach Mayor Bob Huffman described the news as "heartbreaking" in a statement released by the city. The search and recovery efforts involved multiple agencies, highlighting the dangers of unexpected large waves along the California coast. The specific circumstances leading to the wave's intensity are under review, with officials emphasizing the unpredictable nature of ocean conditions.