10-year-old boy doesn't remember dramatic rescue by lifeguard from pounding California surf

A 10-year-old boy was rescued by a 16-year-old lifeguard after being swept off his feet by a large wave while in shallow water off the California coast. The boy reported having no memory of the incident following the event.

The rescue, which was captured on video, involved the teenage lifeguard intervening as the boy struggled in the rough surf. The incident serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of coastal conditions, even in shallow areas.