Lifeguard shortage impacts Memphis pools
Several lifeguards poised to work at public pools failed qualification, chose to drop out or took a job elsewhere, according to Nick Walker, Memphis Parks director. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian)
The number of available lifeguards has dropped, forcing organizations like Memphis Parks and YMCA to “be creative” with their public swimming pool schedules.
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Alicia Davidson
Alicia Davidson is a lifelong Memphis resident and graduate of The University of Memphis College of Journalism and Strategic Media. When not scribbling about the latest Memphis news, you will find her reading historical biographies, cooking Italian cuisine and practicing vinyasa yoga.
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