They say it's a matter of life and death.
The community is devastated after Auckland had six drownings fatalities in just three days.
"They were at a really dangerous part of the beach, probably the most dangerous part."
It has ended the search and rescue operation for a teenager who disappeared during a group rescue on Wednesday.
The person died this morning at an address in Takapuna, police said.
The man died overnight.
The death will be referred to the Coroner.
Emergency services were called to Tāhunanui Beach shortly before 8pm on Sunday.
Figures show recreational surfers play a huge role as first responders in the water.
