A quick-thinking lifeguard rescued a child who was swept away by a sea current at Mononaftis Beach in Heraklion, Crete, on Sunday.
The child had drifted beyond the buoy marking the designated swimming area when the current began carrying them towards a rocky section of the coast.
Lifeguard Lefteris Kartsakis immediately recognised the danger and rushed into action.
He reached the child before the situation could escalate, safely guiding them away from the rocks and back towards the shore.
The rescue was completed safely, with the child returned to their parents, who thanked the lifeguard for his swift response and decisive action.
The incident highlights the dangers of strong sea currents, particularly when swimmers move beyond designated swimming areas.
The prompt intervention of the lifeguard was crucial in preventing what could have become a far more serious incident.
