Lifeguards Try To Save Beached Dolphin

SANTA MONICA, CA — Lifeguards in Santa Monica this week responded to help a beached dolphin.

The lifeguards worked with the Marine Animal Rescue, an emergency animal rescue service that helps rescue sick and injured wildlife, to try and assist it back into the water. Then, the organization made the decision to try and transport the sick dolphin to a local treatment facility.

But sadly, it was too late.

"Unfortunately shortly after transport, the dolphin succumbed to its illness," county lifeguard officials said. "As a reminder, sick marine mammals often come ashore to rest and it is best to give them space when they do so! Notify the nearest Lifeguard as we work closely with local marine animal experts that will be able to provide further assistance to these animals."

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