Ocean Rescue of Male Caught in Rip Current at 70th Street, Virginia Beach

Summary: A male was reported caught in a rip current approximately 70 feet out in the ocean near 70th Street, Virginia Beach. Lifeguards and rescue swimmers responded, with supervisors coordinating from 40th Street en route to 70th Street. Two rescue swimmers entered the water to assist the victim. All victims and lifeguards were eventually brought safely out of the water. The patient was transported from the scene using a four-wheeler to meet EMS access.