Lifeguards at Edmonton City Hall water fountain generate mixed reaction
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There are new layers of protection in front of Edmonton's city hall. Lifeguards are temporarily on duty to protect people from shallow water.
There are new layers of protection in front of Edmonton city hall. Lifeguards are now on duty to protect people from shallow water.
While their presence isn’t permanent, they are getting mixed reaction from the public.
“I was a little surprised at first because I was like, ‘Oh interesting, lifeguards,’ because obviously it’s a small little fountain,” said Isaac Varty, who came to visit the fountain Wednesday.
The fountain’s pool has a maximum depth of 15 centimeters — reduced from its former depth of 40 cm.
Some people who came to cool off said having lifeguards there seems like a bit much.
“I don’t think too many people are going to need lifeguards here,” fountain visitor Rheanna Tkachuck said.
“I don’t think I need it but maybe it’s good for the kids,” Sophie Scott said.
“Yes, I thought it was unexpected. And I guess it’s good if it helps people be safe and feel comfortable to have their kids be here,” Sierra Wiebe said.
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