Bakersfield lifeguard shortage could leave residents high and dry this summer

23ABC News 2023-03-28

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The need for lifeguards isn't going away, which could be problematic with summer approaching. 23ABC's Ruby Rivera spoke with local leaders of city recreation and aquatic centers to find out why the lifeguard shortage is so prevalent.
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