# Large search off Scheveningen for missing surfer or kiter

> Emergency services turned out in large numbers on Sunday afternoon to look for a water sports enthusiast who may be in trouble off the Dutch coast near The Hague.

Society · published 2026-10-25 20:05 · https://nlnow.nl/a/large-search-under-way-off-scheveningen-for-missing-surfer/

A large search began on Sunday afternoon off the coast of Scheveningen for a water sports enthusiast who may be in trouble. Emergency services turned out in large numbers.

The search is focused on the area between Kijkduin and the Scheveningen pier, where the person was last seen, a spokesperson for the Veiligheidsregio Haaglanden, the regional safety authority, said. The missing person is presumed to be a surfer or kiter.

The emergency services called off the search on Sunday evening. The safety authority said it was too dangerous to continue: "The strong wind and high waves make searching difficult. Now that it is dark, it is impossible to continue a safe search." The search resumes on Monday morning.

## Background

- **Veiligheidsregio Haaglanden**: The Veiligheidsregio Haaglanden is the regional safety authority for the Haaglanden area around The Hague. It coordinates the regional fire service and crisis management for its member municipalities, working with the police and medical services when incidents occur.

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