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Lifeguards demonstrate how to escape from a rip current​

Jul 10, 2026
On sweltering summer days, many are beating the heat with a trip to the sea -- but ocean safety is key to a great beach day. Matt Gutman joined lifeguards to get a rip current safety demonstration.

5:02
 
Here's a handy tip on how to spot the rip currents and avoid them in the first place:

 
Teen age lifeguard rescuer
FOX

A rescue caught on camera unfolded at Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz after sudden heavy surf threatened a boy in the water.

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[sorry for repeat post - I didn't see search's post of this in the good news thread]
 
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Came across this by accident, enjoyed it & decided to post as something to watch. Make of it what you will.

US Navy Buddy Swimming and Rescue Drills That Can Save Your Life

Aug 18, 2026
Essential life saving swimming techniques that will keep you alive long enough to tell the story. We are training here in Coronado California and doing buddy swimming and underwater medical.

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Is it really that dangerous? I mean its 100' wide. Just float and swim a bit to the side. Big deal. Unless you just suck at swimming.
 
Voodoo said:
Is it really that dangerous? I mean its 100' wide. Just float and swim a bit to the side. Big deal. Unless you just suck at swimming.
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Well of course, but the problem is that people often panic in such a situation.
.....and panic leads to extremely poor decision making.

Ignorance leads there too, because that's what typically got 'em into a rip currant in the first place.
 
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