Category: Safety
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N.C. man dies after jumping off pier, struggling to swim in Lake Glenville
A man died after jumping off of a pier and struggling to swim Sunday evening at Lake Glenville. Emergency crews responded after a man went under water and did not resurface, according to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office. According to deputies, Marquise Maurice Dukes, 21, of Harmony, jumped off of a fishing pier and attempted to…
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Tips to prevent hypothermia when swimming in cold water
Even as the temperature outside rises with the summer months, the temperature of the water is still dangerously cold. Here’s how you can stay safe.
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Volunteers making sure swimmers and boaters are safe at Smith Mountain Lake
https://youtu.be/024KpgY9YHo
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Memorial Day Swim Safety
Today may be the first day of the season you choose to take the kids swimming, but are they ready to swim safely? Jon Hansen is at Goldfish Swim School in Roscoe Village with some potential life saving tips!
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New Swim Safety Guidelines For Children
In South Florida, swim season is year round. Unfortunately, for too many children, a good time can turn tragic. Drowning is a leading cause of death for children ages one to four. That’s why The American Academy of Pediatrics now says children should learn to swim before they can even walk.
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Pool safety tips ahead of summer pool season
If you plan on hitting the pool this summer then you need to make sure you’re being safe.
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Child rescues friend from near drowning in swimming pool
Nick and Kaleb have been friends for years. So it’s no surprise that one would put his life on the line for the other when a near tragedy occurred at a birthday party.