Safety First for the Fourth: Some Pool and Water Guidelines

In conjunction with the Fourth of July holiday celebrations, many families head to the pool or the beach.  As with any family outing, especially those involving water, keeping common sense safety tips in mind is critical. Listed below are a few reminders for helping make your family’s Fourth of July safer: Keep an eye on the kids – Drowning is the second most common cause of injury death for children under age 14. Drowning is the second leading cause of death in children age 0-4 in Maryland and third leading cause for those aged 5-14. Drowning can even occur when lifeguards are present but negligent in their duty. Never swim alone – Swimming with a buddy or in a group greatly lessens your chance of drowning. The buddy system is a tried and true way to help prevent swimming injuries. Inexperienced swimmers should have a trusted buddy nearby and wear life jackets. Be aware of rip currents – Avoid swimming where there are known rip currents. If…

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