青岛“巧克力大爷”火了，网友：关键时刻他们真能救人
这个夏天，新晋青岛特产、刻意晒黑的“巧克力大爷”火了，被称为青岛新的旅游打卡项目。放眼望去，沙滩上到处都是各种色号的大爷。
In this summer, a new trend has emerged on the beaches of Qingdao, Shandong province of China — the "Chocolate Grandpas". Referring to those deliberately tanned elderly locals, they have become a new tourist attraction.
Qingdao, known for its picturesque beaches and coastal charm, has a unique group of beachgoers affectionately referred to as the "Chocolate Grandpas." These retirees, with their distinctive tanned skin, have become a fascinating sight for both locals and visitors. Often mistaken for foreign tourists at first glance, the "Chocolate Grandpas" are, in fact, Qingdao natives with a flair for swimming and a heart for helping others.
他们大多已退休，闲暇时间众多，游泳少则二十几年，多则半个多世纪，四季不断。游完泳，岸上摆得七仰八叉，为的是得到阳光的雨露均沾。
These Qingdao residents have dedicated their leisure time to swimming for decades, with some even for over half a century.
对青岛人来说，海滩就是小区绿地、街心公园，是茶余饭后的遛弯之地。他们或聚齐喝茶、躺平聊天，或把这里当成是健身锻炼的快乐老家，运动强度、各种高难度和精气神丝毫不输年轻人。
They treat the beach as their community park, where they gather for tea, chat, and exercise, displaying strength and energy comparable to the young.
For many Qingdao residents, the beach is more than just a place to relax; it serves as an extension of their community and a hub for social activities. Whether it's gathering for tea and casual conversations or engaging in vigorous exercises, these active seniors demonstrate an infectious vitality that can rival that of younger generations.
常在海边走，难免不出手。真正被津津乐道的，是大家的口口相传：每个青岛“巧克力大爷”身上都背负“几条人命”。此“人命”，谓之救人的“人命”，他们为此形成了身体惯性，成了游客心中的超级大英雄。
However, what sets the "Chocolate Grandpas" apart is their unwavering commitment to the safety of others. Over the years, they have developed an innate sense of responsibility and become seasoned experts in understanding the sea's dynamics, including weather conditions, water temperatures, tides, currents, and waves. Armed with this knowledge, they have effectively become an informal lifeguard team, complementing the efforts of professional rescue squads.
对此，不少亲历者回忆自己遭遇危险时，“巧克力大爷”及时出手，才让他们化险为夷。网友们对此纷纷点赞：感谢救人的大爷们！
青岛市民赵隆俊在接受采访时对“巧克力大爷”们的事迹非常自豪，他表示，“巧克力大爷”这个群体，是一个善于出手助人、扶危济困的群体。小事是打听个地方，大事如在海中游泳遇险，呼救声会招来“巧克力大爷”出手相助。
他们每一个人在这活动了几十年了，对青岛的海面气象、水温、潮汐、海流、海浪、每天涨退潮的规律，都了然于心，都会非常耐心，不厌其烦地向外地游客做安全辅导。
Zhao Longjun, a Qingdao resident, proudly shares the heroic deeds of the "Chocolate Grandpas": They are a group that is always ready to lend a helping hand and assist those in need. Whether it's offering directions to lost tourists or responding to distress calls from swimmers in trouble, these remarkable individuals have spent decades mastering the intricacies of Qingdao's coastal waters. They patiently and tirelessly provide safety guidance to visitors from other regions.
许多公共海滩都有专业救援队，但选择轻生的、不知潮水规律等紧急情况时有发生，专业人士鞭长莫及，加之海水凶险，难免需要搭把手。水性极佳的巧克力大爷们，便兼任救生功能，或成为心理疏导员，或帮捡掉进海里的钥匙等，成为沙滩救援力量的重要补充。
While Qingdao's public beaches do have professional rescue teams in place, emergencies such as those involving individuals unaware of tidal patterns or contemplating self-harm sometimes fall outside the purview of formal rescuers. The "Chocolate Grandpas," with their exceptional water skills and profound understanding of the sea, have stepped in to fill this crucial gap. They have not only saved lives but also offered vital psychological support to those in distress and helped retrieve lost belongings, such as keys dropped into the ocean.
他们热心又热情，网友夸赞：“只要他们躺在这儿，你在海里玩着都安心！”
有他们在，游客朋友们尽情享受日光与海浪吧！
编辑：朱迪齐
实习生：刘子涵
来源：央视新闻 中国青年报
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