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Teen Lifeguard Saves Child from 10-Foot Waves | San Jose News
Teen lifeguard Ryder Williams pulls a 10-year-old from 10-foot waves amid hurricane-driven surf, turning a harrowing rescue into a viral moment—and a White House invite. Despite dangerous conditions and bystanders rushing in, Ryder calmly warns them away, trusting his training. His teammate Aaron Bohnen helps bring the child safely to shore. Officials say such rescues are routine for Santa Cruz’s hundreds of seasonal lifeguards, who handled over 30 saves that weekend alone. With ocean dangers still looming, authorities urge beachgoers to stay vigilant, heed tide warnings, and never attempt a…
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