Category: Safety
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Coast Guard reminds NW boaters of cold water drowning dangers
The Coast Guard reminds recreational boaters and paddlers to be aware of the risks involving cold water drownings. Even as the Pacific Northwest heads into warmer weather, it can still take many months for the rivers, lakes, and waterways to catch up. The water may be significantly colder than the outside ambient temperature. Always wear…
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A Holistic Approach to Learning How to Swim
A Holistic Approach to Learning How to Swim Presentation Teach Your Child How to Swim www.SwimKim.com
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Shock as online workout with Scottish swim squad hit with abusive content in “Zoom-bomb†attack
An online exercise class with Scotland’s national swim squad was invaded by “abusive content†as hundreds of adults and children joined the virtual workout during the coronavirus lockdown. The incident happened during an event run by the country’s governing body for swimming which was hosted via the international video conferencing platform Zoom. The event, which…
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The Importance of Deep Water Competence in Learning to Swim
What is the meaning of, “I Can Swim?”In your heart of hearts, you know: if you’re not competent in water over your head, you have not quite learned to swim yet. Learning to swim is not learning strokes. First learn to swim: become confident and safe in deep water. Then, learn to swim efficiently: by…
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MCSO arrests Valley swim coach for alleged sex crimes
Nathan Moore has been arrested after MCSO got a tip from a parent claiming their child had been having sex with Moore. Police believe there may be other victims.
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Learning to Swim is a Human Right | Tiffany Monique Quash | TEDxBloomingtonWomen
Quash’s talk engages the audience in a dialogue to examine the roots of our swimming history. Using historical data and statistical analysis, Quash addresses the participatory disconnect between proficient Black (inclusive of the Trans-Atlantic Diaspora) swimmers and the current statistics provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization. In…
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13 LOST – The Untold Story of the Thai Cave Rescue
Must see documentary featuring exclusive footage shot during the rescue of The Wild Boars football team trapped in the Tham Luang Cave in Thailand. When everyone else had pretty much given up two divers never lost hope. This is their story.
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Layers of Protection, Texas Swim Academy
Layers of protection help us to stay safe around the water. Here is a tip to help you remember how to take care of us around the water Tip 1: Never leave us alone near the water, even for a few seconds. Tip 2: Have at least one adult “water watcher†us in the pool…
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Norfolk councillor dragged out of pool by Tenerife police after defying coronavirus restrictions
Joanne Rust, a Labour councillor at King’s Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council, was holidaying at the Paradise Park Hotel when she ignored pleas to exit the pool. The 53-year-old, who was Labour’s candidate for the North-West Norfolk parliamentary seat in December, flew to the Canary Island with her husband Marcus on Sunday, March 15…