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Heart-pounding video shows intense waves as lifeguards rescue swimmer in Santa Cruz County

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Monday, July 27, 2026 1:30AM
Heart-pounding video shows intense rescue in Santa Cruz County
Video shows a lifeguard being overcome by strong waves as they tried to bring a struggling swimmer to the shore in Santa Cruz, California.
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  • SANTA CRUZ COUNTY
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