I got this shot of lifeguard tower 15 on the beach yesterday in a background of threatening clouds; the "No Lifeguard On Duty" sign prominently displayed. For me at least the symbolism was unmistakeable. COVID-19 is out there and may be closer than you think- the first case in Encinitas was recorded over the weekend. No one is there to protect us from the threat of this virus, it's up to each and every one of us to protect ourselves and our loved ones by helping to halt the spread of the virus by social distancing.

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