Rabbi Benjamin Hotza Urges Public to Alert Lifeguards Using Phones at Pools

Rabbi Benjamin Hotza, a prominent halachic authority, presents a daily brief halacha segment called "Halacha in 60 Seconds" on Kikar HaShabbat. In a recent episode, he highlighted a serious safety concern at swimming pools where lifeguards are often distracted by using their phones while on duty. Rabbi Hotza emphasized that it is a Torah obligation for the public to alert lifeguards if they see them playing on their phones, as this distraction could lead to tragic accidents. He called on everyone to take responsibility and intervene to prevent potential disasters, framing this action as a mitzvah derived from Torah law. The segment aims to raise awareness and encourage communal vigilance to ensure safety at pools.