City of San Diego Lifeguard Services

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The San Diego Lifeguard Service is administered by the government of the City of San Diego. The division provides safety services to the users of San Diego's coastline and ocean waterways. Founded in 1917, it provides rescue solutions at various beaches. The division administers a junior lifeguard program for youths between the ages of 9 to 17. Its responsibilities include water rescue of swimmers and surfers, as well as boater rescue up to three miles offshore. The division also offers boat fire suppression and coastal cliff rescue services. It conducts underwater searches for missing people. The San Diego Lifeguard Service maintains a multipurpose emergency rescue vehicle, personal watercraft and patrol vessels.