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Surfer in Waikiki in serious condition after hitting head on surfboard

A 46-year-old man on Saturday afternoon was saved after he injured himself while surfing in the water off Waikiki, Honolulu Ocean Safety reported.

At around 2 p.m. the man, who was surfing at the Canoes surf spot, hit his head on his surfboard, injuring himself. Surfers assisted him and lifeguards, via watercraft, brought him to shore.

On shore, his care was transferred to the Honolulu Emergency Medical Services, which administered advanced life support for the man. He was then transported to an emergency room in serious condition.

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