Who performed the rescue?

Ryder Williams, a 16‑year‑old lifeguard, performed the rescue.

Where did the rescue happen?

It happened at Santa Cruz Beach, near Tower 2.

When did Williams speak about the rescue?

He spoke in a statement released on Wednesday.

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California lifeguard speaks out on heartstopping ocean rescue: 'I love what I do'

First publishedJul 30, 12:22 UTC

Last updatedJul 30, 20:06 UTC · 48m ago

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California lifeguard speaks out on heartstopping ocean rescue: 'I love what I do'

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A 16-year-old lifeguard whose daring rescue of a 10-year-old on Saturday went viral finally spoke out about the harrowing save in a Wednesday statement.Ryder Williams, the teen hero whose daring rescue of a young boy at Santa Cruz Beach on Saturday captivated the nation, described the episode in a statement released by his employer, California State Parks."I was at the waterline 15 yards downcoast of Tower 2 making a safety contact when I looked up and saw a child about 20 (yards) up from the tower lose his footing in ankle deep water," the statement opened.OFF-DUTY ICE OFFICER RELIES ON 'SIXTH SENSE' TO SAVE DROWNING CHILD BEFORE DELIVERING MESSAGE TO CRITICS"I radioed it in, threw my radio and sunglasses at the base of my tower as I ran toward the kid. I put my fins on my wrist, popped my buoy and entered the water to get ahold of the child.

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A 16-year-old lifeguard named Ryder Williams rescued a 10-year-old boy who slipped in ankle‑deep water at Santa Cruz Beach on Saturday. Williams was on duty near Tower 2 when he saw the child lose his footing and rushed to help. He pulled the boy to safety and later said he loves his job. His employer, California State Parks, released his statement on Wednesday.

Why it matters

The rescue shows how quick action by young lifeguards can save lives. It also highlights the importance of water safety for children at beaches.

In brief

Who performed the rescue?: Ryder Williams, a 16‑year‑old lifeguard, performed the rescue.
Where did the rescue happen?: It happened at Santa Cruz Beach, near Tower 2.
When did Williams speak about the rescue?: He spoke in a statement released on Wednesday.

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