The quick actions of lifeguards at Mona Vale Beach have been commended after they successfully resuscitated a 15-year-old boy pulled unconscious from the water.
The teenager was swimming with friends on Wednesday morning when he was found unresponsive in the surf. His friends noticed he was in trouble and immediately sought help from nearby lifeguards.
A lifeguard entered the water and assisted in bringing the boy ashore. He was not breathing and had no pulse. Lifeguards quickly began CPR while waiting for paramedics to arrive.
Lifeguards from nearby Warriewood Beach also rushed to Mona Vale to help. After several minutes of intense effort, the boy regained consciousness and began breathing again. NSW Ambulance paramedics, including an Intensive Care team, arrived on the scene and provided further treatment.
The CareFlight Rescue Helicopter landed at Apex Park, and the boy was transported to Sydney Children’s Hospital in a stable condition.
Surf Life Saving NSW CEO Steven Pearce praised the lifeguards’ quick response, emphasising how vital their presence is on local beaches. He said this incident serves as a reminder about the importance of swimming at patrolled locations, especially with challenging surf conditions predicted.
Mr Pearce expressed his relief that the lifeguards were able to act quickly and effectively, ultimately saving the boy’s life. He wished the young man a speedy recovery.
Published Date 16-Jan-2025
