Friday, July 31, 2026
A 16-year-old lifeguard rescued a 10-year-old who had been swept offshore at a…
“A 16-year-old lifeguard rescued a 10-year-old who had been swept offshore at a California beach.”
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Multiple reputable news outlets and local media report that a 16-year-old California State Parks lifeguard, identified as Ryder Williams, rescued a 10-year-old boy who had been knocked down by waves and swept about 15 yards offshore at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz, California. The event was captured on video and widely covered, with consistent details regarding the ages, location, and circumstances of the rescue, and officials confirming the account.
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