lifeguards
Coverage of lifeguards in the Nexus archive.
- Brit tourist drowns after being swept away while swimming with his children in Cancun - as family criticise lifeguards' 'slow response'
A British tourist drowned in Cancun after being swept away while swimming with his children. The family criticized lifeguards for their 'slow response' during the incident.
- Non-aggressive shark spotted at Kewalos
Lifeguards at Kewalo Basin posted warning signs after a non-aggressive shark was spotted in the waters on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred at Kewalo Basin, a location in Hawaii.
- City officials share struggles with finding lifeguards at Pittsfield beach
Pittsfield's Burbank Park beach has lacked lifeguards for the second consecutive year, prompting visitors to swim at their own risk. The city has been seeking lifeguards since March.
- Off-duty lifeguards perform 2 separate rescues at Sandy Beach
Off-duty lifeguards rescued multiple people during two separate water emergencies at Sandy Beach on Thursday evening.
- No lifeguards on duty this summer in Pittsfield on Onota Lake
Visitors to Burbank Park on Onota Lake in Pittsfield will not have lifeguards on duty during the summer swimming season. The absence of lifeguards is explicitly noted for the 2024 season.
- NYC expands adult lap swimming across 10 public pools
New York City has expanded adult lap swimming to 10 public pools. The city faces a shortage of lifeguards to fully staff outdoor pools. Regular swimmers can participate in a summer-long lap swim competition by recording laps with an Aquatics Specialist.
- Lawsuit filed after ex-State Parks boss accused of secretly recording in OC locker room
Three men are suing an ex-State Parks superintendent in Orange County after he was accused of secretly recording lifeguards in a locker room. The lawsuit alleges misconduct involving unauthorized surveillance in a private facility.
- Suspected shark attack at NY beach leaves swimmer’s ‘bone’ exposed: sources
A swimmer's bone was exposed after a suspected shark attack at Jones Beach in New York on Friday afternoon, according to sources. Lifeguards believe the incident was caused by a shark.
- Swarm of bull sharks shut down NYC’s Rockaway Beach during 4th of July weekend heatwave
A swarm of bull sharks caused the closure of NYC's Rockaway Beach, with lifeguards raising red flags across the coast after multiple sightings. The Parks Department confirmed the safety measures around 1 p.m.
- Shark sightings trigger intermittent swimming closures at Rockaway Beach
Shark sightings have led to intermittent swimming closures at Rockaway Beach. Emergency officials advise swimmers to follow lifeguards' instructions in response to the sightings.
- 9-foot shark spotted at Point Lookout, swimming red-flagged
A 9-foot shark was spotted at Point Lookout, leading lifeguards to red-flag the beach and halt swimming. Crews used drones and jet skis to monitor the water following the sighting.
- Point Lookout beach closed after lifeguards spot 9-foot shark
Point Lookout beach was closed after lifeguards spotted a 9-foot shark. The incident prompted immediate safety measures at the location.
- 9-foot shark spotted at Long Island beach
A 9-foot shark was spotted by lifeguards at Long Island's Point Lookout beach, prompting a red flag warning for swimmers. The incident was reported by officials from the Town of Hempstead.
- Cal State Park superintendent accused of secretly filming nude lifeguards and others
A California State Park superintendent is accused of secretly filming nude lifeguards and others. The employee faces multiple criminal charges and a civil lawsuit from one of the victims.
- Former CA State Parks superintendent accused of secretly recording lifeguards in men's locker room
A California State Parks superintendent in Orange County was accused of secretly recording lifeguards in a men's locker room and has been released on bond, according to authorities.
- Former California State Parks supt. Kevin Pearsall accused of secretly recording lifeguards in men's Bolsa Chica locker room
Kevin Pearsall was accused of secretly recording lifeguards in the men's Bolsa Chica locker room.
- Former California State Parks supt. Kevin Pearsall accused of secretly recording lifeguards in men's Bolsa Chica locker room
Kevin Pearsall is accused of secretly recording lifeguards in the men's Bolsa Chica locker room. The incident involves unauthorized surveillance in a private facility.
- Former CA State Parks superintendent accused of secretly recording lifeguards in men's locker room
A former California State Parks superintendent in Orange County has been released on bond after being accused of secretly recording lifeguards in a men's locker room, authorities said.
- OC man reunites with lifeguards who rescued him and 2 children during powerful rip current
An Orange County man who was rescued from a powerful rip current reunited with the two lifeguards who saved him and two children. The lifeguards pulled him and the children to safety during the incident.
- Body of Bengaluru tourist who got swept away in strong waves on Payyambalam beach in Kannur recovered
The body of a Bengaluru tourist swept away by strong waves at Payyambalam beach in Kannur has been recovered. Another member of the group was rescued by lifeguards and coastal police and is receiving treatment for injuries.
- Lifeguards rescue driver who crashed car into pool in New Canaan, Connecticut
A driver was rescued by lifeguards after their vehicle crashed into the Steve Benko Pool at Waveny Park in New Canaan, Connecticut on Tuesday. The incident occurred at the public pool, highlighting the quick response of emergency personnel.
- Busy weekend for lifeguards following swells across West and South shores
Honolulu Ocean Safety reported over 100 rescues due to high surf warnings on Oahu's South and West facing shores. Lifeguards are urging the public to exercise caution as summer continues and high swells are expected to persist.
- Newport Beach lifeguards, bystander jump into action during dramatic rescue caught on video
Newport Beach lifeguards and a bystander performed a rescue during dangerous high tides and potential rip currents along Southern California beaches. The event was captured on video, highlighting the risks faced by lifeguards in such conditions.
- O'ahu surf havoc: Hundreds rescued, thousands warned
O'ahu experienced hazardous ocean conditions leading to hundreds of rescues and over 7,000 warnings issued by lifeguards to beachgoers.
- FDNY drone helps rescue swimmers in distress off Rockaway Beach after lifeguards leave
FDNY members used a drone to drop a flotation device to two swimmers in distress off Rockaway Beach shortly after lifeguards went off duty.