What It's Like To Be... An Ocean Lifeguard
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Jul 16, 2024 Join Ed Vodrazka, an ocean lifeguard in California, as he shares stories about reading the ocean, performing CPR on a dolphin, and leading daring rescues. Learn about the signs of trouble in the water, staying vigilant in the tower, and the challenges faced by ocean lifeguards. Dive into the insightful world of lifeguarding with Ed!
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Lifeguard's Rescue Echoed For Years
- A lifeguard named John Santos saved a young French girl and her family returned every summer for nine years to thank him.
- They visited until she was 17 so John could see the long-term impact of that rescue.
CPR On A Dolphin
- Ed and partners cradled a stranded young dolphin, placed it in their truck and started compressions when it stopped breathing.
- A SeaWorld marine biologist arrived, confirmed Ed's compressions were correct, but the dolphin did not survive.
Pool Vs Ocean Lifeguarding Differences
- Pool lifeguarding can be more mentally demanding because non-swimmers can go down anywhere in the pool.
- Ocean swimmers are generally stronger, and ocean problems often follow predictable environmental changes.