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Watch: Paraglider survives 500ft drop into ocean

Watch: Paraglider survives 500ft drop into ocean

Summary

A paraglider in Florida fell nearly 500 feet into the ocean after his powered paraglider malfunctioned. He survived the fall, and nearby beachgoers helped him back to shore.

Key Facts

  • A paraglider fell about 500 feet into the ocean near Riviera Beach, Florida.
  • The incident happened on January 9.
  • The paraglider was a 52-year-old man from Pompano Beach.
  • His powered paraglider stopped working, which led to the fall.
  • He took off from Ocean Cay Park in Jupiter, Florida.
  • Beachgoers helped the man and his equipment back to the shore.
  • The Riviera Beach Police reported that the man was not injured.
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