Vienna Lifeguard: 'Some Parents Only Look at Their Phones'

Petra Tastler, a lifeguard in Vienna, observes a concerning rise in drowning incidents this year. By the end of July, 32 people had lost their lives while swimming in Austria, a figure she finds alarming.

Tastler, who previously worked in medical administration, finds her current role at the public pool more fulfilling. She thrives on the bustling atmosphere and the sounds of children, stating, "I can't imagine anything else anymore. I'm not an office typist. I need the hustle, the noise of the children. Being a pool attendant is the best job."

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I can't imagine anything else anymore. I'm not an office typist. I need the hustle, the noise of the children. Being a pool attendant is the best job.

However, the job carries significant responsibility, especially given the current statistics. Tastler notes that some parents are excessively engrossed in their mobile phones, failing to adequately supervise their children around the water. "There are parents who only look at their cell phones," she remarked.

Despite the high stakes and the challenging aspects of the job, Tastler finds deep satisfaction in her work. The constant activity and the direct interaction with people at the pool are preferable to the sedentary nature of her previous administrative role.

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There are parents who only look at their cell phones.