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Teresa

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SWFD March 1, 2021

South Walton Fire District Lifeguards Take To The Beach

South Walton Fire District (SWFD) lifeguards reported to their FIFTEEN (15) tower locations today March 1, 2021 and will end the regular season on October 31, 2021.

This is the 16th year that SWFD, South Walton Tourist Development Council have partnered to provide the Beach Safety and Education Program.

In addition, 2021 marks the 7th year of partnership between SWFD and Sandestin Owners Association (SOA) and the 5th year between SWFD and Rosemary Beach Owners Association (ROA).

New lifeguards completed their initial 108-hour training academy, while returning guards completed 40 hour re-certification. The training consists of medical training, surf rescue techniques, beach and water surveillance techniques along with complete strength and stamina conditioning.

“Keeping our visitors safe is our top priority. We are proud of the men and women that have completed this rigorous training and are ready to protect our beach visitors”, said David Vaughan Beach Safety Director.

SWFD lifeguards will be on duty every day from 8:45am-5:15pm until Daylight Savings Time resumes on March 14, 2021.

Guards will then resume regular operating hours of 10:00am - 6:00pm.

During Holidays and rough surf conditions, guards will be staffed to meet additional needs for coverage.

For further information, including tower locations and lifeguard employment, please contact David Vaughan, Beach Safety Director at 850-267-1298 or visit our website at www.swfd.org.

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