David Koons dies in fatal Watsonville, California storm incident
Fatal Watsonville storm death of David Koons – Obituary.
David Koons, 64, of Watsonville, tragically lost his life after being trapped by debris brought ashore by high surf during a storm at Sunset State Beach in Santa Cruz County. The incident occurred on December 23, 2024, around 11:30 a.m., when a powerful wave swept debris onto the beach.
Emergency responders transported Koons to a nearby hospital, but he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival, according to Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s spokesperson Ashley Keehn.
This devastating loss underscores the dangers of severe weather conditions. Authorities have not provided further details about the ongoing storm recovery efforts in the region.
