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California teen lifeguard's viral rescue captures nationwide awe. He was just doing 'his duty'

LA Times 1 min read 6 hours ago

<p>A 16-year-old lifeguard in his first summer on the job helped rescue a child from pounding waves in Santa Cruz. His efforts drew widespread praise from California to the White House.</p>
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