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Santa Cruz lifeguards open up after saving lives in wharf collapse : 'Waves came in and got higher'

Lifeguards swiftly rescued construction workers following a partial collapse of the Santa Cruz Wharf amidst challenging conditions.

City releases interview with lifeguards on Santa Cruz Wharf collapse rescue

Santa Cruz Wharf partially collapsed due to high surf, leading to a swift response by lifeguards.

Santa Cruz lifeguards open up after saving lives in wharf collapse : 'Waves came in and got higher'

Lifeguards swiftly rescued construction workers following a partial collapse of the Santa Cruz Wharf amidst challenging conditions.

City releases interview with lifeguards on Santa Cruz Wharf collapse rescue

Santa Cruz Wharf partially collapsed due to high surf, leading to a swift response by lifeguards.
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#emergency-response

City releases interview with lifeguards on Santa Cruz Wharf collapse rescue

Santa Cruz Lifeguards witnessed the sudden collapse of the Wharf, prompting immediate action to assist those trapped amidst the wreckage.

Santa Cruz officials to update on devastating wharf collapse where victims were rescued

The Santa Cruz Wharf incident highlights the importance of emergency preparedness in coastal areas.

Should lifeguards be part of the FDNY instead of NYC Parks? What one activist is proposing

There is a push to transfer NYC lifeguards from the Parks Department to the Fire Department to address lifeguard shortages and recognize their role as emergency responders.

City releases interview with lifeguards on Santa Cruz Wharf collapse rescue

Santa Cruz Lifeguards witnessed the sudden collapse of the Wharf, prompting immediate action to assist those trapped amidst the wreckage.

Santa Cruz officials to update on devastating wharf collapse where victims were rescued

The Santa Cruz Wharf incident highlights the importance of emergency preparedness in coastal areas.

Should lifeguards be part of the FDNY instead of NYC Parks? What one activist is proposing

There is a push to transfer NYC lifeguards from the Parks Department to the Fire Department to address lifeguard shortages and recognize their role as emergency responders.
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Moving lifeguards to FDNY could better align public safety roles, IBO report finds - The Chief

The proposal to transfer lifeguards to FDNY aims to improve safety and address current challenges faced by the service.
#swimming

City residents prepare for last weekend of swimming at public pools and beaches

Swimming at NYC beaches ends with summer, raising concerns about safety without lifeguards.

Beaches, pools close for the season next weekend

City's beaches close after Sept. 8, with swimming banned and lifeguard coverage a major concern.

City residents prepare for last weekend of swimming at public pools and beaches

Swimming at NYC beaches ends with summer, raising concerns about safety without lifeguards.

Beaches, pools close for the season next weekend

City's beaches close after Sept. 8, with swimming banned and lifeguard coverage a major concern.
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NYC Parks: More lifeguards on hand this summer, but numbers not up to full staffing levels

NYC has more lifeguards this summer, but staffing remains 70 short of full capacity amidst a wave of drownings.
This summer's drowning incidents highlight urgent safety concerns at NYC beaches.

NYC lifeguards to get another raise, retention bonus

New York City is increasing pay for lifeguards in an effort to counter the ongoing lifeguard shortage.
Base hourly pay will increase to $22 an hour for all lifeguards and returning lifeguards will receive a $1,000 bonus if they work through the peak season.
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