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Video: Heroic lifeguards rescue boy from pounding Santa Cruz waves
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Amy Larson , as published by KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Waves reached as high as 10 feet, posing a threat to beachgoers.
Lifeguards at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz recently performed a dramatic rescue. The incident occurred while crowds were at the beach enjoying warm July weather. Tropical cyclones in the eastern Pacific Ocean had generated large waves, creating hazardous conditions.
Waves reached as high as 10 feet, posing a threat to beachgoers. Further details of the rescue are available from local news sources, including a video of the incident. The rescue is a notable example of the important work of lifeguards in keeping beachgoers safe.
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Category: local Published: July 27, 2026 Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) Reading time: 1 min
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