California lifeguards are rescuing thousands during high surf, heat waves this summer

Lifeguards at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz performed a heart-pounding rescue of a boy from pounding waves during a warm July weekend. This event is part of a broader trend this summer, as California lifeguards are rescuing thousands of individuals. The increased activity is attributed to repeated heat waves and high surf conditions across the state, which have made the current season exceptionally busy for emergency water rescue personnel throughout California.