A surfing outing at Waikiki Beach took a critical turn on Tuesday when a woman in her 50s entered into cardiac arrest following a toe injury sustained while surfing. According to KITV, the incident occurred around 4:30 p.m., shortly after the injury took place.
Honolulu Ocean Safety lifeguards responded quickly to a woman who went into cardiac arrest after injuring her toe. They performed CPR and restored her pulse before paramedics arrived to provide further treatment. The woman was taken to the hospital and is in critical condition, as reported by Star Advertiser.
Honolulu Emergency Services commended the response of lifeguards and paramedics during an incident at Waikiki. The presence of trained emergency personnel in recreational areas is essential for public safety.
