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Tuesday, July 28, 2026 6:55PM

A 33-year-old San Diego man is dead after a tragic climbing accident in Big Bear.

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BIG BEAR, Calif. (KABC) — A 33-year-old San Diego man is dead after a tragic climbing accident in Big Bear.

Andy Ferrarone spent a week on life support before he died on July 15.

His wife, Nina, is eight weeks pregnant and now preparing to welcome their baby without him.

Friends have started a GoFundMe page to help with medical bills, rent and baby expenses.

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