Brutal Jet Ski Wipeout in Cabo Caught on Camera (Video)

The video shows the woman, unnamed, hit the throttle ahead of a sizable wave, aiming the PWC towards shore. She outruns the wave for a few moments, before the wall of whitewater consumes her. From there, she’s bucked off the ski, and sent into the washing machine. Luckily, some locals were on deck to rush to the woman’s safety in the aftermath.

According to The Cabo Sun: “In the dramatic clip, the woman is thrown from the watercraft. She is then forced to dodge her own rented jet ski as it’s tossed around by the storm surge, repeatedly threatening to crush her. The ordeal, which officials confirm happened while beaches were officially closed, has prompted urgent warnings about respecting safety protocols.”

Local officials also used this near-tragedy as an opportunity to warn visitors of the potential dangers when visiting Cabo, and knowing their limits in the ocean.

“The safety systems we have in place, especially the beach flags, are there for a life-or-death reason. A black flag means stay out of the water. There are no exceptions,” an official said. “This incident could have very easily ended in tragedy. You must be honest with yourself about your skill level. The Pacific is not a lake. If you have any doubt about the conditions or your ability to handle the watercraft, do not go out. It is that simple.”