Freak umbrella accident leaves lifeguard impaled in beach day horror
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The New Jersey lifeguard who was pierced by a beach umbrella while performing her summer duties on the sand is sharing her experience that nearly cost her life.

Alex Kaus, 18, was working as a lifeguard on Asbury Park’s 3rd Avenue Beach last month when the incident occurred.  

“Physically, I’m pretty good,” Kaus told NJ.com. 

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People on a beach in Asbury Park, New Jersey, on Aug. 3, 2024. (Charly Triballeau/AFP via Getty Images)

With the news of her accident making national headlines, Kaus looked to downplay the attention as she focused on her recovery. 

“I’m definitely one of those people who’s just like, ‘It’s all good,’” she said. “I’m still processing everything.” 

Kaus is especially thankful for her fellow lifeguards and those who rushed to her rescue. 

“I’m incredibly thankful for the people who were with me,” Kaus told NJ.com. “My colleagues, Liz, Noah, Patty, and Colin, all supported me significantly.”

Kaus did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment. 

Kaus is still in recovery from the incident, but she wishes that the widespread attention her story garnered will highlight the importance of lifeguards in safeguarding beaches along the nation’s coasts.

“We appreciate it when people appreciate us as lifeguards,” she said. “Because we’re out here every day, keeping everybody safe.”

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