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New Zealand lifeguards made 60 rescues over the weekend, including two fatalities, as crowds surged at northern beaches.
Surf lifeguards in New Zealand conducted 60 rescues over the January 3–4, 2026, weekend as crowds swelled at beaches, particularly in the Northern Region, with high attendance at Omaha, Tāwharanui, and Raglan.
Most rescues occurred outside flagged swim zones, including incidents involving rip currents, paddleboarders, kayakers, and a fatal case where two people died despite resuscitation.
Lifeguards used IRBs, jetskis, and ATVs, coordinating with emergency services including helicopters and ambulances.
SLSNZ urged the public to swim between red and yellow flags and use resources like Safe Swim to check patrol status and conditions.
Los salvavidas de Nueva Zelanda realizaron 60 rescates durante el fin de semana, incluidas dos muertes, mientras las multitudes aumentaban en las playas septentrionales.