🌊 Water Safety Starts with Knowledge 🌊

As Memorial Day weekend approaches and summer begins, many families will be heading to pools, lakes, splash pads, and beaches to cool off. Before the fun begins, take a few moments to review these important water safety reminders:

👀 Designate a Water Watcher
Always keep constant eyes on children near water — even if lifeguards are present. Drowning can happen quickly and quietly.

🏊 Learn Water Competency Skills
Swimming lessons help children and adults build confidence and safety skills around water.

🦺 Wear a Life Jacket
Use properly fitted, U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets when boating or participating in water activities.

📵 Avoid Distractions
Phones, conversations, and other distractions can take attention away from swimmers in seconds.

☀️ Stay Hydrated & Take Breaks
Texas heat can be dangerous. Drink plenty of water and rest often.

⛈️ Watch the Weather
Exit the water immediately if thunderstorms or lightning are nearby.

❤️ Know CPR
Learning CPR and basic rescue skills can help save a life during an emergency.

Let’s make this summer safe, fun, and memorable for all the right reasons. 🌞💦

Learn more about water safety and drowning prevention here:

https://www.safekids.org/poolsafety

https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/water-safety.html

https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-swimming/safety/index.html

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