Here are three tips to have in the back pocket of those swim shorts (cover ups and tankinis don't have pockets, so just go with it)!
Designate a “water watcher.” Lack of adult supervision in
and around the water is the main reason children die from drowning. An adult
should be assigned to keep their eyes on the child at all times when they are near
water. The watcher has to avoid distraction, especially by phone calls, texting
or other electronic devices.
Be within arm’s reach. Young children can drown in as little
as 20 seconds. When infants and toddlers are in or around water, an adult
should be within arm’s reach, meaning the adult is close enough to rescue the
child if needed providing hands-on supervision.
Never rely on floatation devices. There is no substitute for
supervision – not even flotation devices, such as water wings, inner tubes, or
even life vests.
We want you to have a GREAT weekend and send the kiddos safely back to school on Tuesday, groans and all!
