Santa Cruz has installed a publicly accessible AED at Lighthouse Point, the first of several planned across the county. The device, housed in a SaveStation cabinet, is available 24/7 for cardiac emergencies.
- The AED analyzes heart rhythms and delivers shocks if needed. - The SaveStation cabinet has lights and an alarm to attract help.
- Future installations are planned at Santa Cruz Harbor, Capitola Beach, and DeLaveaga disc golf course. - The project is a collaboration between the fire department and nonprofit Six Minutes to Live.
This initiative aims to increase survival rates by making AEDs readily available in high-traffic areas.