An 8-year-old boy and his mother apparently got caught in a current and were swept out to sea close to the Palm Beach Inlet on Monday morning.

According to the sheriff’s office, the two were assisted by a lifeguard who used a surfboard to aid the woman, 49, and her young son until the marine unit could reach them and transport them via boat to safety.

The pair was taken to Sailfish Marina. Multiple agencies including the U.S. Coast Guard, Riviera Beach Fire Rescue, the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, and Palm Beach Shores police responded to the scene.

Referred to as an “open water incident,” the two individuals were undoubtedly happy to have been rescued and brought to safety.

While both mother and son appeared to be in good condition, they were taken to St. Mary’s Medical Center for further evaluation.

No additional details were available at time of publishing.