N.J. lifeguard impaled by beach umbrella in Asbury Park, police say
Briefly

This report covers a serious incident involving a lifeguard in Asbury Park who was impaled by a beach umbrella while on duty at Third Avenue Beach. The incident occurred around 9:30 a.m., with the umbrella piercing through the lifeguard's shoulder. Fellow lifeguards quickly initiated treatment while firefighters were called in to safely extricate the umbrella. The victim was subsequently transported to Jersey Shore University Hospital for further treatment, although updates on her condition have yet to be provided as the situation remains developing.
An Asbury Park lifeguard suffered a severe injury when a 6-foot beach umbrella was accidentally impaled through her shoulder while working at Third Avenue Beach.
The incident prompted quick action from fellow lifeguards who treated the victim on-site before firefighters worked to remove the umbrella for her transport to the hospital.
Emergency responders rushed the injured lifeguard to Jersey Shore University Hospital. However, little information is available regarding her current condition after the incident.
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