A driver and two dogs are recovering following an accident where their vehicle plunged off the Pacific Coast Highway into a rocky shoreline near Malibu. The incident occurred on Saturday, October 4, 2026, near Deer Creek Road.
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Images capture the van partially submerged in water as firefighters and lifeguards conducted the rescue operation. While the driver managed to exit the van with one dog, firefighters were required to rescue the second dog that was trapped inside. Crews successfully freed the dog and brought it back to safety on the roadway.
According to the Ventura County Fire Department, neither dog appeared to be injured in the incident. A photo released by the department shows the two dogs happily posing with a firefighter.
The driver sustained minor injuries and was transported to the hospital, where they are expected to recover. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.