10924298669?profile=RESIZE_710xMore than 20 lifeguards from around the state took part in beach and open water training. ABOVE: From Palm Beach County Ocean Rescue (l-r), Capt. John F. Meskiel and lifeguards Eddie Black and Jonathan Price watch the exercises. Photos by Jerry Lower/The Coastal Star

10924298697?profile=RESIZE_710xEben Krigger, a Fort Lauderdale training officer, braces himself for impact after jumping from the bridge. Boynton Beach Fire Rescue dive team boat operator Chris Lemieux ensures the inlet is clear of other traffic.

10924299101?profile=RESIZE_710xA fisherman retrieves his bait so that lifeguards can swim past to the beach for debriefing.

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