Surge in Beach Rescues: Emergency Responders Struggle with Summer Safety

Emergency responders at Hampton Beach have reported an increase in rescue calls this summer, with 37 calls on Sunday alone. The Hampton Fire Department has seen a rise in surf rescue calls, responding to more than double the usual amount this year. The increase in emergencies is attributed to rip currents, and beachgoers are advised to swim parallel to shore if caught in one. The New Hampshire State Beach Patrol will continue to assist in rescue calls after Labor Day, although staffing will be limited.