Two teenage girls, aged 12 and 15, were rescued from drowning at the José Menino beach in Santos, São Paulo, on Sunday afternoon. The local marine rescue team, Grupamento de Bombeiros Marítimo (GBMar), was alerted when the older girl was reported to be drowning, prompting a swift response from bystanders. The lifeguards were able to pull both girls from the water, though the 12-year-old exhibited serious symptoms of drowning, classified as grade 2, which included coughing and foam around her mouth and nose. The rescue operation emphasized the importance of vigilance at popular beach spots, particularly on busy weekends, as the coastal area of Santos is frequented by many visitors. After being rescued, the younger girl received immediate medical assistance and was transported to the Central Emergency Care Unit (UPA) in Santos for further evaluation. The condition of the girl remains unclear as the news outlet, G1, has yet to receive a response regarding her health from the hospital management. This incident highlights the dangers of swimming in the ocean without proper supervision and serves as a reminder for increased safety measures at beaches, especially during peak times when many families gather for leisure activities. The local community and authorities are urged to ensure that safety resources are available to prevent such incidents from reoccurring in the future.