Rescued boy and teen lifeguard forge lifelong bond after Santa Cruz rescue
TL;DR
A 10-year-old boy, Nathaniel Rai, nearly drowned in Santa Cruz's monster surf until 16-year-old lifeguard Ryder Williams pulled him from the water; after the dramatic rescue, the Rai and Williams families formed a close bond, with talk of White House recognition for Ryder and plans to meet in person, as they also connect over shared interests and charitable work.
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