Seabright rescue by teen lifeguard goes viral, sparking nationwide praise
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A 16-year-old California State Parks lifeguard, Ryder Williams, saved a limp 10-year-old from pounding sneaker waves at Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz. The dramatic rescue, captured on video and shared on social media, went viral and drew praise from beachgoers and even President Trump, who reposted the clip. Williams, in his first summer on the job, and a second lifeguard brought the boy safely ashore with no serious injuries. Officials note the summer has been busy for California lifeguards, with thousands of rescues amid heat waves and dangerous surf.
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