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This past May, a heartbreaking incident in Arizona highlighted the critical need for enhanced pool safety measures. A father found his three-year-old twin girls drowned in their backyard swimming pool, despite the family's brave attempts at CPR. Tragically, the twins were pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. Accidental drownings like this one are devastating and often preventable. As we reflect on this tragedy, it's essential to emphasize the importance of pool alarms (Lifebuoy Pool Alarms) and safety fences. These measures can serve as vital lines of defense, providing parents and guardians with additional time to react in emergencies. Investing in pool safety equipment is not just a precaution—it's a commitment to safeguarding our loved ones. Let's spread awareness and encourage the adoption of pool safety measures in our communities. #poolalarm #lifebuoypoolalarms #swimmingpool #poolsafetyawareness #pool #swimmingpool #watertechnology #watersafety #poolfence

This Water Safety Month, the Haines City Fire Department encourages everyone to adopt the National Drowning Prevention Alliance's layers of protection. These critical measures are designed to enhance safety and prevent drowning around water: 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗺𝘀: Ensure your pool is surrounded by fencing with self-closing and self-latching gates. Alarms on gates, doors, and windows can alert you if someone accesses the pool area unexpectedly. 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Maintain active, focused adult supervision at all times when children are in or near water. 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆: Promote swimming skills and water safety education among all family members and ensure everyone knows how to swim well. 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: Equip all inexperienced swimmers and guests with life jackets when swimming in pools or natural bodies of water. 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Familiarize yourself with basic water rescue techniques and ensure that life-saving devices such as life rings and a first aid kit are accessible near your swimming area. Implementing these layers of protection can make a significant difference in maintaining a safe water environment. Let’s take the steps needed to ensure our community enjoys a safe and fun Water Safety Month! For more information on how to properly perform CPR see the link below. https://lnkd.in/dnkvfwS #HainesCity #HainesCityFire #WaterSafetyMonth #DrowningPrevention #SafeSwimming

As temperatures rise in the Sacramento region, many people are excited to enjoy our beautiful waterways. The Sacramento Fire Department wants to remind everyone about the importance of water safety and wearing life jackets. Here are some essential safety tips to keep in mind: 🌊Always supervise children when they’re in or near water. 🌊Wear a life jacket when boating or participating in water sports. 🌊Swim with a buddy and never alone. 🌊Never dive into shallow or unknown water. 🌊Stay within designated swimming areas. Remember, accidents can happen in an instant. By following these simple guidelines, you can help keep yourself and your loved ones safe around water. #Sacramento #SacramentoFire #SFD #Firefighters #FireDepartment #SacFire #SacramentoFireDepartment #CityofSacramento #firstresponders #joinSFD #JoinSacramentoFire #JointheSFD #futurefirefighters

July 25 is recognized globally as World Drowning Prevention Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the alarming issue of drowning and promoting life-saving measures to prevent it. Drowning is a leading cause of unintentional injury and death worldwide, with devastating impacts on families and communities. Eta Nu Sigma, Inc. is committed to addressing this critical issue through our Swim 1922 initiative, designed to increase water safety education and reduce drowning rates in underserved communities. Our program aligns perfectly with the goals of World Drowning Prevention Day, emphasizing the importance of swimming proficiency and water safety knowledge. On this World Drowning Prevention Day, Eta Nu Sigma reaffirms its dedication to water safety and education by empowering individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to stay safe in and around water reducing drowning rates through our Swim 1922 initiative. #DrowningPrevention #Swim1922 #AmplifyGreater #sophisticationperiod Like and Share https://lnkd.in/dnPW7B6t

Today is World Drowning Prevention Day. Today I ask, what are you doing to prevent drownings? Are you enrolling kids in swimming lessons? Are you providing community with drowning prevention education? Let’s all work together to continue to educate and prevent tradgedy!

Why Does Every Pool Owner Need a Pool Alarm? A pool alarm is essential all year round, especially when your pool isn’t in use. Many accidents happen during this time, making it vital to ensure safety even when the water is quiet. -Enhanced Safety: It alerts you if someone enters the water unexpectedly. -Peace of Mind: Enjoy knowing your loved ones are always protected. -Deterrent: It helps prevent unsupervised access, particularly for children and pets. The BCone from Lifebuoy is easy to install and provides reliable alerts. Don’t wait—make safety a priority every day of the year! #poolalarm #lifebuoypoolalarms #swimmingpool #poolcleaning #PoolTime #poolsafetyawareness #pool #swimmingpool #poolcleaner #watertechnology #watersafety #PoolFence

Life rings save lives! There are currently eleven life rings floating in Anton Lake which we are unable to retrieve as the water is boggy and dangerous. If we can’t send staff in to collect these, imagine what could happen if someone fell in and they were not available as flotation aids. The lakes aren’t for swimming or paddling, but accidents happen and life rings are there for anyone needing urgent, lifesaving help. Having a flotation device vastly improves someone’s chances of survival and this equipment really can be the difference between life and death. Please leave life rings in their holders unless it is an emergency. #WaterSafety #FlotationAid #WaterSafetyAwareness #DrowningPrevention #LifeRing #WaterRescue #SafetyFirst #AccidentPrevention #Respectthewater

Swimming in Mobile Bay and the creeks and rivers that feed it used to be how Coastal Alabamians cooled off easiest during the summer. Nowadays, you don’t find many people confident enough in the Bay’s water quality to let their children cool off with a quick dip, especially after it rains. Enjoying our waterways and making memories, especially during the summer, is critical to becoming stewards of our environment and staying connected to our water. It’s why Mobile Baykeeper launched our Swim Where It’s Monitored (SWIM) Program to provide residents and visitors with up-to-date information on bacteria levels from nearly 40 sites around Coastal Alabama. This data is compiled to paint a broader picture of water quality in the Bay, while also helping us pinpoint problem areas so we can collaborate with local governments and utilities for reinvestment in our infrastructure. Thanks to these updates in our sewer systems, we estimate that over 11 million gallons of sewage have been prevented from entering our waters each year. You can support these efforts to monitor sewage spills and address their causes by becoming a baykeeper at https://lnkd.in/dd4PqXkW.

Today is World Drowning Prevention Day; Don't Let Summer Fun Turn Tragic: Be Water Safe This Season Did you know? In the United States, drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury death in children aged 1–14 years. Tragically, Rhode Island has already seen multiple drownings this year. Let's work together to keep everyone safe around water! Here are some water safety tips: - Always supervise children closely. Never leave them unattended near pools, beaches, or bathtubs. - Learn to swim. Enroll yourself and your loved ones in swimming lessons. - Wear life jackets! This is essential for everyone who isn't a strong swimmer, especially in open water. - Be aware of your surroundings. Know the water conditions and avoid alcohol before swimming. Share this post and help spread awareness! For more resources, visit the National Drowning Prevention Alliance: https://ndpa.org #thecoverageyouneed #theserviceyoudeserve

It’s officially summer break – kids are out of school, and the weather is beautiful – which can only lead to one thing…increased boat traffic on the Southwest Florida waterways. Some important tips to keep in mind: *Life jackets save lives *Know the local regulations on speed limits and no wake zones *Avoid alcohol *Keep an eye on the weather forecast *Watch for other boats, swimmers, and obstacles in the water *Have emergency supplies on board Let’s make this summer on the water memorable – but if you find yourself injured at the hands of other reckless boaters, know that Aloia Roland is here to help. https://lnkd.in/gfD9Dnm8 #LawDefined #AloiaRoland #BoatingSafety