Heroic Santa Cruz lifeguard rescue of young boy

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. – A rescue caught on camera unfolded at Seabright Beach in Santa Cruz after sudden heavy surf threatened a boy in the water.

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Video footage captured the power of the waves on Saturday as a lifeguard struggled against the conditions to pull the boy to shore. Bystanders also jumped into action to assist, and the boy was ultimately brought to safety. No injuries were reported.

Photographer Scott Vander