Ocean Safety response to multiple incidents during 4th of July weekend

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The Honolulu Ocean Safety Department (HOSD) had a busy Saturday, responding to multiple incidents as thousands celebrated Independence Day.

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HOSD said as of 5 p.m., crews did 46 rescues, conducted 7,772 preventative actions and responded to a near-drowning.

The department said lifeguards assisted two people after their 10-foot boat overturned offshore of Papailoa Beach.

At Alan Davis Beach, lifeguards said they rescued two people using foil boards.

In Waikiki, Ocean Safety said they treated two women, 22 and 18, who suffered head injuries after they were hit by a canoe in separate incidents.

Meanwhile, in Ala Moana, HOSD said lifeguards administered Narcan to a 34-year-old woman who nearly drowned.

Care was transferred to Honolulu Emergency Medical Services. No word on her condition at this time.

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Ocean Safety said they rescued two adults aboard a disabled personal watercraft one to two miles offshore from Black Point and safely towed the jet ski back to shore.

The department reminds the public that changing ocean conditions, strong currents, shorebreak and crowded beaches can quickly create hazardous situations.

Beachgoers are urged to remain aware of their surroundings, supervise children and not to go into the ocean if it exceeds their abilities.

Honolulu Ocean Safety said lifeguards will continue to staff beaches throughout the holiday.

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