On Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at approximately 4:42 p.m., the Calimesa Fire Department responded to a reported medical emergency in a drainage area near Mustang Way.
According to a press release, upon arrival, emergency personnel learned that an individual had been located by a friend inside an underground storm drain. Initial reports indicated the individual was approximately 200 to 300 feet into the drainage system. Due to the confined space environment and unknown conditions, the Calimesa Fire Department requested specialized Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) assistance.
As the response progressed, emergency personnel determined that the individual was located approximately 750 feet into the drainage system, and the incident transitioned into a confined- space body recovery operation…