According to officials, a lifeguard in Asbury Park, NJ was impaled by a beach umbrella early Wednesday. The umbrella went through her shoulder, exiting out of her back.
Other lifeguards administered first aid until the fire department and EMS arrived at the scene. The stake of the umbrella was about six feet long and couldn’t be removed, so officials cut it down and didn’t remove it to prevent her from bleeding out.
Asbury Park Fire Department Chief Kevin Keddy told reporters “she’s a tough young woman”. She was conscious and alert throughout the incident.
Quick Facts:
Incident occurred near 3rd Ave in Asbury Park, NJ.
Umbrella went through her shoulder, came out her back.
Lifeguards administered first aid until the fire department and EMS arrived.
Asbury Park Fire Department Chief Kevin Keddy told beachgoers to make sure their umbrellas are secure in the sand, and carry them with the point down.