Heat Wave Hits Pool Lifeguards | Winston–Salem News

This summer’s brutal heat is turning lifeguard shifts into survival missions—Bolton Pool’s crew battles sweltering temps with shade, umbrellas, and hydration. Winston-Salem Parks rolled out emergency heat protocols: 15-minute pool clearances hourly, and full shutdowns between 2-3 p.m. on scorchers, giving staff vital cooling breaks. Supervisors monitor hydration and wellness, while lifeguard Matthew Brown says the heat feels worse than ever. For swimmers: hydrate before you arrive—don’t wait until you’re at the pool. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e8ca750d64b7d135