A lifeguard shortage is affecting about a third of public pools nationwide. Cities across Georgia are rolling out benefits to incentivize more people to become lifeguards.
The shortage — affecting about a third of U.S. public pools — has led some to reduce hours or close altogether. The pandemic and earlier rhetoric about work visas for foreigners led to the problem.
A swimmer of any skill level might need your help, and preventing a drowning takes closer supervision of the kids than you might think. The distress signs can be subtle and quick.
