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City recognizes two lifeguards for lifesaving Heimlich maneuver at Hall Quarry Beach
Summary
The council accepted a proclamation honoring lifeguards Aiden Bridal and Noah Johnson for dislodging a bottle cap from a choking 7‑year‑old at Hall Quarry Beach on 07/18/2026; fire and police representatives recommended recognition.
The City Council accepted a proclamation recognizing two lifeguards for lifesaving actions at Hall Quarry Beach on July 18, 2026. City and public safety representatives described the incident and recommended formal recognition of Aiden Bridal and Noah Johnson for applying the Heimlich maneuver and restoring the child’s breathing.
A Batavia Fire/EMS representative (speaker 12) recited a paramedic recommendation: "their prompt recognition and successful use of the abdominal thrust on a choking 7 year old girl directly contributed to a positive outcome in what could have been a life saving or life threatening situation." The proclamation noted both lifeguards work for the Batavia Park District and helped dislodge a bottle cap from the child's airway. The council moved and accepted the proclamation; staff thanked emergency responders and the Park District for bringing the matter forward.
