Not your everyday ocean rescue, but we were sure happy to help this 4 legged friend make its way back to the beach! Lifeguards launched a Rescue Watercraft from Zuma Beach after receiving a report of a dog swimming offshore of a small cove near Nicolas State Beach. Lifeguards located the dog about 600 yards from shore, secured it on the rescue sled, and transported it back to its owner on the beach. While rescues like this one sure put a smile on our face, Lifeguards would like to remind beachgo
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Not your everyday ocean rescue, but we were sure happy to help this 4 legged friend make its way back to the beach! Lifeguards launched a Rescue Watercraft from Zuma Beach after receiving a report of a dog swimming offshore of a small cove near Nicolas State Beach. Lifeguards located the dog about 600 yards from shore, secured it on the rescue sled, and transported it back to its owner on the beach. While rescues like this one sure put a smile on our face, Lifeguards would like to remind beachgo
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This week’s favorable sunny conditions brought more people to the beach, and @lacolifeguards responded to an increase in ocean rescues. Here, an unsuspecting swimmer and boogie boarder were pulled into a rip current. A @lacolifeguard responded with a rescue board, assisting the swimmer back to shore, while the boogie boarder was able to catch a wave in. Both were then educated on rip current awareness and how to avoid similar hazards in the future. As always, remember to swim and surf near an op
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This week’s favorable sunny conditions brought more people to the beach, and @lacolifeguards responded to an increase in ocean rescues. Here, an unsuspecting swimmer and boogie boarder were pulled into a rip current. A @lacolifeguard responded with a rescue board, assisting the swimmer back to shore, while the boogie boarder was able to catch a wave in. Both were then educated on rip current awareness and how to avoid similar hazards in the future. As always, remember to swim and surf near an op
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With warmer temperatures at the beach this past weekend, attendance spiked across the county. Combined with a new swell filling in on Sunday and increased water movement, @lacolifeguards had several rescues on their hands. Pictured here, lifeguards have a blitz rescue Sunday afternoon at El Porto, where multiple victims were caught in a rip current—some were loaded onto the rescue board, others placed on a rescue can—and all were safely brought back to shore. Remember, when coming to the beach a
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With warmer temperatures at the beach this past weekend, attendance spiked across the county. Combined with a new swell filling in on Sunday and increased water movement, @lacolifeguards had several rescues on their hands. Pictured here, lifeguards have a blitz rescue Sunday afternoon at El Porto, where multiple victims were caught in a rip current—some were loaded onto the rescue board, others placed on a rescue can—and all were safely brought back to shore. Remember, when coming to the beach a
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A look back at the Los Angeles County Fire Department Lifeguard Division 2022 Statistics: - 10,718 Ocean Rescues - 21,596 Emergency Vehicle Responses (EVR) - 14,704 Medical Responses - 1,738,191 Preventative Actions - 438 Boat Distresses - 106 Dive Operations - 631 Missing Persons Reunited - 349,307 Ordinances Enforced - 311 Paramedic Calls - 43 Vessels Aground #statistics #stats #year #yearend #2022 #lifeguards #lifeguard #lacolifeguards #beach #ocean #rescue #ems #emt #oceanrescue #surf #lifes
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A look back at the Los Angeles County Fire Department Lifeguard Division 2022 Statistics: - 10,718 Ocean Rescues - 21,596 Emergency Vehicle Responses (EVR) - 14,704 Medical Responses - 1,738,191 Preventative Actions - 438 Boat Distresses - 106 Dive Operations - 631 Missing Persons Reunited - 349,307 Ordinances Enforced - 311 Paramedic Calls - 43 Vessels Aground #statistics #stats #year #yearend #2022 #lifeguards #lifeguard #lacolifeguards #beach #ocean #rescue #ems #emt #oceanrescue #surf #lifes
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Last weekend saw plenty of ocean rescues throughout the county and the forecast for this weekend is looking fairly similar. While it’s easy to focus on deeper water, many hazards exist right near the shoreline—especially inshore holes that can catch even confident swimmers off guard. Please keep a close eye on small children and always check in with a lifeguard before going in the water for any hazards that may be present. Have fun, but most of all, stay safe. | Los Angeles County Fire Departmen
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Last weekend saw plenty of ocean rescues throughout the county and the forecast for this weekend is looking fairly similar. While it’s easy to focus on deeper water, many hazards exist right near the shoreline—especially inshore holes that can catch even confident swimmers off guard. Please keep a close eye on small children and always check in with a lifeguard before going in the water for any hazards that may be present. Have fun, but most of all, stay safe. | Los Angeles County Fire Departmen
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Last weekend, Ocean Lifeguard Academy 43 learned the benefits of executing a pier rescue. Both man-made and natural structures can often play a critical role in reaching a victim as quickly as possible. That’s why we train all personnel to become comfortable with these structures and to learn how to use them to their advantage—ultimately benefiting the victim. | Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division
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Last weekend, Ocean Lifeguard Academy 43 learned the benefits of executing a pier rescue. Both man-made and natural structures can often play a critical role in reaching a victim as quickly as possible. That’s why we train all personnel to become comfortable with these structures and to learn how to use them to their advantage—ultimately benefiting the victim. | Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division
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Lifeguards rescue 3 men caught in rip current off Venice Beach
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“It Doesn't Just Happen” Time with Los Angeles County Lifeguards during a a busy summer. 1988
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That’s a wrap on the 4th Annual Women’s Lifeguard Prep Academy at Venice Beach. Over two days, participants built confidence in the ocean, developed essential skills, and trained alongside @lacolifeguards—all while exploring a potential future in ocean lifeguarding. A big thank you to everyone who showed up, pushed their limits, and supported one another. We’re proud to be building the next generation of lifeguards. | Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division
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As millions head to the beach for Labor Day, both coasts are facing treacherous rip currents, with Los Angeles County lifeguards saying they've already performed hundreds of water rescues. Melissa Adan has more. https://abcnews.link/dH0i6ji | ABC World News Tonight with David Muir
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Scenes from last week, when @lacolifeguards hosted @boat_california’s Rescue Boat Operations Course in Marina del Rey. @lacolifeguards and partner agencies from across California trained alongside the @uscg in vessel maneuvering, towing, dewatering, navigation, night operations, and helicopter hoists. As the regional provider for marine search and rescue, @lacolifeguards are proud to share our knowledge and experience to help ensure that Southern California’s busiest waters remain among the safe
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Yesterday, some of our @lacolifeguards conducted a rope rescue awareness and operations training. While lifeguards are best known for their work on the water, they are also trained to respond to emergencies on land, including cliff rescues, medical aid in remote areas, and backcountry search and rescue. This type of training helps support various agencies throughout the county and ensures a high level of response in some of the more unique and remote coastal terrains such as Nicholas Canyon, Pal
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Los Angeles County Fire Dept. Lifeguard Division - 2021 Statistics: • 9,286 Rescues • 23,814 Emergency Vehicle Responses (EVR) • 13,303 Medical Aids • 898,913 Preventative Actions • 500 Boat Distresses • 97 Dive Operations • 634 Missing Persons Reunited • 363,920 Ordinances Enforced • 387 Paramedic Calls (Catalina Island) • 63 Vessels Aground | Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division
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Today marks the final day of 2021 Junior Lifeguards and what a summer it has been! Junior Lifeguards from session 2 capped off their summer by competing in a Taplin Relay for bragging rights to be the top beach in Los Angeles County. We are so thankful that we were able to run this years program and are already looking forward to next year! What was your favorite@lacojuniorlifeguards moment from this summer?! . . . . . . . #juniorlifeguard #jg #jgs #lifeguard #lifeguards #lacojuniorlifeguards #l
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Ocean Lifeguard Academy 39 Update: For context, these candidates are moving into week 3 of Academy, but their journey in becoming Los Angeles County Ocean Lifeguards, began back in July of 2022 when we initially opened up the application process. All accepted applicants then took an exam evaluating their training and experience, followed by a 1,000 meter ocean swim competing for a few highly coveted spots to be considered for the Academy. After additional physical examinations and thorough backg
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Starting last week @lacolifeguards recheck season officially began! Over the next number of weeks recurrent @lacolifeguards will be tested on their ocean swimming fitness and EMR skills to ensure they meet the required standards and are ready for the summer months ahead. See you soon! | Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division
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🌊🏖️ Los Angeles County Lifeguards Unite for Pre-Summer Meeting at Santa Monica Beach Headquarters! 🌞👥 Today, our dedicated Los Angeles County Lifeguards gathered at the iconic Lifeguard Headquarters at Santa Monica Beach for their annual pre-summer company meeting, gearing up to protect and serve our beautiful beaches! 🙌🔆 Did you know that our breathtaking Los Angeles County beaches draw in more than 50 million visitors every year? 😮🌍 From tourists to locals, people from all walks of lif
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As spring moves closer to summer, more of our towers continue to open. This means more lifeguards are returning to the beach in anticipation of summer schedules starting June 17th. So when you come to the beach, make sure to say hi to any one of our lifeguards and talk with them about current ocean conditions and potential hazards that may exist. We look forward to seeing you then! To Watch more: https://youtu.be/y1le0qiLoXY | Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division
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5 rescued off Marina Del Rey coast
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It may look a little different out there at the moment 🌧️ ☔️ but it’s a good reminder we still live and work in paradise. Happy Holidays Los Angeles. We are thankful for you. 🎄 🌊 ⭐️ | Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division
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Episode 4 of Tales from the Tower explores the history of @lacolifeguards and how we became the first lifeguard agency with a paramedic program. Click the link in our bio to watch the full film. | Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division
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Los Angeles County Lifeguards were seen installing warning signs along Santa Monica Beach just north of the pier (Tower 15) on Saturday, cautioning visitors against swimming due to high bacteria levels that exceed state health standards. The advisory, which is part of the county's public health protocols, states that contact with the ocean water may cause illness. Beachgoers are urged to adhere to the warnings and refrain from entering the water until further notice. Authorities will continue to
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Lifeguards Made Additional Rescues As Strong Rip Currents Hit Southern California
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An aerial view captures a routine rescue of two boogie boarders caught in a rip current. From above, you can see that despite their efforts to kick without fins, they’re pulled slightly backward by the current. After jumping off their boards in an attempt to to swim to shore, our @lacolifeguards were already in the water to safely pull both victims back in and educate them on how to avoid a similar situation in the future. | Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division
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New lifeguard recruits prepare to hit the beach
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Lifeguards in Los Angeles county made more than $500K in 2021. The highest-paid lifeguard earned $246,060 in overtime alone! What's your take? Read our investigation: https://bit.ly/OTBLALfgds22 | Open The Books
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