The ocean can be a dangerous place. But many people who enjoy water sports on vacation don't know what to do in emergencies, either on a jet ski without a life jacket. And there are thousands who haven't learned the basics of first aid, which is why life guards and the Coast Guard are si important!
The can warn you of the risks and protect you from the dengers that are hiding along every coastline and on every beach. They have special life-saving procedures, and they know the emergency equipment to use if swimmers are in danger.