VERO BEACH — City of Vero Beach lifeguards received the Life Saving Award of Valor from Indian River County Fire Rescue (IRCFR) for their swift response to a rescue at South Beach on March 30, 2026.
The six lifeguards — Shayne Roycroft, Travis Matschner, Anthony Hernandez, Tommy Nichelson, Matt Brownlee, and Shaun Dibble — were recognized for their quick thinking, coordinated teamwork, and professionalism during the incident, according to Indian River County Fire Rescue.
Their actions helped save a life at a critical moment by demonstrating an unwavering commitment to public safety along our Treasure Coast beaches…