Lifeguards

While the beaches of the Daytona Beach area offer miles of beauty and fun, beach safety is always held in high regard. Daytona Beach attracts millions of visitors each year and our Lifeguard Corps are on the lookout to keep each one of those beach-goers safe. Daytona Beach’s safety program includes water rescue of swimmers and surfers, boater rescue, search for missing persons and other beach-related emergencies. Our lifeguards also handle enforcement of beach laws and regulations related to beach and aquatic activities.

Volusia County’s Beach Safety Program is accredited by the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) at the highest level of achievement—Excelsior status. The Beach Safety division is also accredited as an advanced lifesaving agency by the U.S. Lifesaving Association. 

For updates and information on Volusia County Beach Safety Ocean Rescue, including opportunities to join this elite team, visit Volusia.org/beach, follow Volusia County Beaches on Facebook and Twitter, and download the free Volusia Beaches app from the Goggle Play or Apple App Store.

For updates and information on Volusia County Beach Safety Ocean Rescue, including opportunities to join this elite team, visit Volusia.org/beach, follow Volusia County Beaches on Facebook and Twitter, and download the free Volusia Beaches app from the Goggle Play or Apple App Store.

Even with Daytona Beach’s prestigious lifeguard program, it's important for all of our visitors to practice beach safety by following all posted beach guidelines and tips. Always remember to keep an eye on small children and to set up close to a lifeguard tower. Look for safety flags and inquire with a lifeguard regarding possible rip currents and tide information. Lifeguards use a system of flag to signify beach conditions and keep beachgoers safe. Learn more on Volusia.org.

Questions? While at the beach, feel free to contact one of our friendly Volusia County Beach Safety officials for assistance. Please contact them at beachsafety@volusia.org, call 386-239-7873, go to their website at Volusia.org, or contact us. We're here to help!