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ABC News. (2026, October 23). WATCH: Woman makes history swimming the entire California coast. ABC News (US). https://abcnews.com/video/137502721/
ABC News. “WATCH: Woman makes history swimming the entire California coast.” ABC News (US), 23 Oct. 2026, https://abcnews.com/video/137502721/.
ABC News. “WATCH: Woman makes history swimming the entire California coast.” ABC News (US), October 23, 2026. https://abcnews.com/video/137502721/.
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Catherine Breed, a 33-year-old from San Francisco, made history by becoming the first person to swim the entire California coastline, covering nearly 900 miles in just 111 days. She completed her journey on October 23, 2026, finishing at a beach in San Diego. During her marathon swim, Breed faced numerous challenges, including hurricanes, wildlife, and massive waves up to 8 feet high due to an unusually volatile Pacific Ocean during the super El Niño weather pattern. She also encountered pollution issues along the way, particularly near the Tijuana River where billions of gallons of raw sewage flow into the ocean daily, making her health a significant concern despite taking preventive measures. Breed joins an elite group of ultra-endurance swimmers who have set records for long-distance swims around other coastlines worldwide.