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Ortley Beach Lifeguard Tournament Postponed

Rough surf conditions have led to the postponement, officials said.

TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Ortley Beach Lifeguard Tournament scheduled for Tuesday, July 25, has been postponed due to rough surf conditions.

In a post on the Toms River municipal Facebook page, officials said the competition has been rescheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 1.

The competition takes place at the 4th Avenue station at 6 p.m.

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Lifeguard competitions up and down the Jersey Shore are a way for the squads to keep their lifesaving skills sharp and demonstrate their prowess. They occur throughout the summer.

Photo via Toms River, New Jersey township Facebook page

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