A rescue tube installed at Merewether Beach aims to prevent drownings when lifeguards are off duty.

After a 2022 Christmas Day rescue attempt nearly ended in tragedy, an after-hours rescue tube has been installed at Merewether Beach in Newcastle, Australia. The equipment, donated by Paul Kish and his wife Margaret, is part of a three-month pilot program approved by local authorities, including Hunter Surf Life Saving and the City of Newcastle. The tube allows strong swimmers to assist someone in distress while maintaining a safe distance, aiming to prevent drowning incidents when lifeguards are not on duty.

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