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Authorities said Lake Piru can be challenging to search due to low visibility, uneven underwater terrain, and debris and entanglements in the area where the boat was found.

Authorities also said \"cabins and outbuildings in the surrounding area\" were included in the search for Rivera, and shared a message to those visiting the lake who were looking to get involved in the search.

For those intent on searching for Naya Rivera on your own, 1. The lake is closed. 2. Temps are already in the 90’s. 3. The terrain around the lake is very steep and rugged. Our teams are well equipped and highly trained. We don’t want to have to rescue you.

— Ventura Co. Sheriff (@VENTURASHERIFF) July 12, 2020

Rivera is most well-known for playing Santana Lopez on \"Glee\" from 2009-2015. She entered the industry early, starring in CBS sitcom \"The Royal Family\" when she was just 4 years old.

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