Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Teen Lifeguard Honored for Saving Child
A 16-year-old lifeguard from California saved a 10-year-old boy from drowning in big waves at Seabright Beach.
The rescue was caught on camera and went viral.
President Donald Trump announced that the lifeguard will receive a high civilian honor.
Many people praised the lifeguard's bravery, while some criticized a bystander who filmed the rescue instead of helping.
A 16-year-old lifeguard saved a 10-year-old boy from drowning in rough surf at Seabright Beach, Santa Cruz.
The rescue was caught on camera and went viral on social media.
President Donald Trump announced that the lifeguard will receive a high civilian honor.
Many people praised the lifeguard's bravery and the decision to honor him.
Some criticized a bystander who filmed the rescue instead of helping.
- Who
- A 16-year-old lifeguard and a 10-year-old child
- What
- A lifeguard saved a child from drowning in rough surf
- When
- Last Saturday
- Where
- Seabright Beach, Santa Cruz
- Why
- To honor the lifeguard's bravery and selflessness
Public Praise
Criticism of Bystander
Public Reaction
Public Praise
Many people praised the teenager's bravery and the decision to honor him.
Criticism of Bystander
Some criticized the bystander who filmed the rescue instead of helping.
- Lifeguard's Age
- 16 years old
- Location of Rescue
- Seabright Beach, Santa Cruz
- Child's Age
- Around 10 years old
- Date of Incident
- Last Saturday
- Honor Announced By
- President Donald Trump