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July 14, 2021
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. – As summer moves along and temperatures rise, beach patrol officials are asking people to remember to stay safe on the beach when it comes to the heat. Rehoboth Beach Patrol Captain Kent Buckson says calls for heat-related illnesses aren’t uncommon. “You’re going to get a couple each day. We haven’t had too many emergencies. People tend to know it’s very hot outside, so I think they’re taking some precautions,” said Capt. Buckson.
Capt. Buckson says it’s important to hydrate the day before and while you hit the beach. He also says making sure you’re eating enough will help prevent any heat-related illness. “You need to plan ahead. The night before you need to start hydrating leading up to that day at the beach. If you’re not hydrated or properly fed with nutrition, that’s going to create a problem in the heat,” said Capt. Buckson.
A 30-year veteran of Delaware State Police will become the new Rehoboth Beach Patrol Captain.
The city Thursday announced the hiring of Jeffrey Giles. Giles had previous experience with the Beach Patrol, including as a lieutenant, before he was with State Police. With State Police, his responsibilities including supervision of the Maritime and Scuba units.
Giles replaces former longtime Beach Patrol Captain Kent Buckson, who resigned last month after an apparent disagreement with the city manager.
“Mr. Giles is already familiar with the City of Rehoboth Beach,” Rehoboth Beach Police Chief Keith Banks said. “Besides being familiar with our events, such as the Special Olympics, he served five summers as a member of the Rehoboth Beach Patrol, including as a lieutenant, before he was with the State Police. As a longtime professional in law enforcement, he brings extensive background in Homeland Security, emergency management, and training and education, which supports our goal i