A late-night rescue by Daytona Beach lifeguards was facilitated by the quick actions of a Red Cross Training Services instructor. Click the photo to watch the story.
"I really commend the lifeguards. I don't know how they did it, they're absolute professionals for sure," said Red Cross Training Services Instructor Henry Alicea who witnessed two swimmers caught in a rip current late one night at Daytona Beach.
In this video, Henry shares how he knew he needed to act fast. His swift response facilitated the swimmers' ocean rescue by lifeguards and resuscitation measures performed on shore. Click to watch the video.
**July 31 is International Lifeguard Appreciation Day
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