As the city and country grapple with a lifeguard shortage, some who do the job say the requirements are too demanding here. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Lifeguards”
NYC’s Tougher Lifeguard Rules May Help Fuel a Shortage
By Gotham Rex on August 27, 2022
The city requires its pool lifeguards to meet standards similar to those set for ocean lifeguards, beyond what the state sets. Source: New York Times
It’s the Summer for Sharks on Long Island Beaches
By Gotham Rex on July 15, 2022
Climate change has sent sharks from the Chesapeake Bay up north to New York and New Jersey waters, a scientist said. Source: New York Times
N.Y. Lifeguards Now Watch for Sharks, Facing Dramatic Increase in Sightings
By Gotham Rex on July 2, 2022
Amid an increase in shark sightings, lifeguards are increasing patrols and adopting new strategies, but marine experts say “the danger to people is infinitesimal.” Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Pools Open Amid a Swim Lesson Shortage, Raising Safety Fears
By Gotham Rex on June 29, 2022
The city has canceled free swim lessons and private swim programs are feeling the squeeze from a lack of lifeguards. One expert said: “Some of those kids are going to drown.” Source: New York Times
Desperately Seeking Lifeguards for Hamptons Pools
By Gotham Rex on May 29, 2021
The shortage could mean a summer without water aerobics, lap swims and pool parties for children. Source: New York Times
Reggie Jones, Jones Beach’s Longest-Serving Lifeguard, Dies at 93
By Gotham Rex on February 14, 2021
He began keeping an eye on beachgoers in 1944 and kept doing it for 64 summers. He made more than 1,000 ocean rescues in his career. Source: New York Times
A Summer of No-Contact Rescues: How Lifeguards Have Changed Their Ways
By Gotham Rex on August 15, 2020
Guards have tested positive. After-work parties are frowned upon. The pandemic has upended lifeguarding. Source: New York Times
Beaches Are Open in N.Y.C., but Virus Worries Linger
By Gotham Rex on July 3, 2020
Shorelines are finally open for swimming, but outbreaks across the country have given officials pause about the city’s wider reopening. Source: New York Times