In McFadden Square, a memorial stands to Newport Beach lifeguard Ben Carlson, who died in 2014 rescuing a swimmer in distress.

The lifeguard HQ in the city is named after him, and there is also a foundation established in his name that works to improve water safety and resources for lifeguards. "He was a legend. Still is."

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Location: Newport Beach, Orange County, California, United States

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Newport Oceanfront Trail, with Ben Carlson Memorial Statue

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