Creation of proposed Ocean Safety department creates division
A proposal to create an independent city Department of Ocean Safety stirs up a rift at Honolulu Hale.
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A lifeguard tower is one of many at Ala Moana Regional Park. Honolulu’s lifeguard and ambulance services could be broken up in order to create the new Ocean Safety department.
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Above, a lifeguard patrols at a City and County lifeguard tower in Ala Moana Regional Park.
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A City and County lifeguard is seen outside one of the towers at Ala Moana Regional Park.
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A City and County lifeguard is seen at one of two towers at Sandy Beach.
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A City and County lifeguard stands watch at Sandy Beach.