The Aporia
On September 28, 2026, a 60-year-old woman from New York visiting Cabbage Beach in the Bahamas got swept out to sea by rough waves and became trapped by a temporary construction fence. Members of the public screamed for help as she struggled to stay afloat. Two lifeguards along with several onlookers rushed into the water to rescue her, fighting against strong currents. Witnesses helped lift sections of the fence to assist in pulling the woman ashore safely. Emergency responders then arrived to attend to her condition before taking her to an ambulance. The incident was captured on video and highlights the dangers of rough surf and temporary barriers at beaches.