As part of cultural activities on the sidelines of the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF) 2017, the Da Nang International Lifeguard Competition took place at the Pham Van Dong Beach on Sunday.

Co-organised by the Management Board of the Son Tra Peninsula and Da Nang Tourism Beaches, and the Surf Life Saving Australia, the event attracted 16 rescue teams from renowned domestic and foreign seaside holiday resorts in Vietnamese localities namely Da Nang, Thua Thien Hue, Nha Trang, Hoi An, along with in Australia and Thailand.

The competition aimed to create an opportunity for domestic and foreign rescuers to exchange their experiences in maritime rescue activities.

DA NANG Today would like to share with our readers some photos, taken by reporter Thu Ha, which reflect the exciting atmosphere of the event.

Participating rescuers at the competition

Contestants in the swimming with surfboards category …

… in the triathlon category featuring a 200m running race, a 200m swimming race and a 200m swimming race with surfboards ...

… and in flag capturing category

Rescue expert David (2nd left) from the Surf Life Saving Australia discussing with his teammates

Rules of rescuing with lifebuoys category being explained to the contestants

Contestants in the rescuing with lifebuoys category …

… and artificial respiration category

Enthusiastic cheer of audience members