Tonight was one of the largest lifesaving swims we've ever had. Us doing what we do week in, week out. The ripple of laughter as a new generation learn the skills that save lives.
On the way home we heard the sad news of lifeguard, Ben Carlson, who drowned this evening during a rescue off Newport beach California.
A million times we've had the conversation about personal safety and the very real risks faced by lifeguards in the course of duty.
To Ben's family, crew, colleagues we offer our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and the thoughts of the lifeguard community everywhere. One of us .
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam
