The following is from the City of Carlsbad
Did you know drowning accidents are the leading cause of injury and deaths for children under 5? Often without splashing or any other signs of trouble, a child can drown in mere moments – the time it takes to answer the phone or simply look away from the pool.
The City of Carlsbad Fire Department promotes the Water Watchers program to help prevent drowning. Check out a video about the program here.
Tips include:
Did you know drowning accidents are the leading cause of injury and deaths for children under 5? Often without splashing or any other signs of trouble, a child can drown in mere moments – the time it takes to answer the phone or simply look away from the pool.
The City of Carlsbad Fire Department promotes the Water Watchers program to help prevent drowning. Check out a video about the program here.
Tips include:
- Assign an adult water watcher to supervise children and commit to keeping a constant eye on children in a pool or spa, especially during social gatherings
- Look in the pool/spa area first if a child is missing
- Remind children of pool and spa safety, including no running, pushing or jumping on playmates in or near the water and no diving or jumping in to shallow water
- Teach children how to be safe in the water by taking swimming lessons. The city’s Parks & Recreation Department offers individual and group lessons for all ages. Register at Parks & Recreation Department's Web page.
- Remember, children are at risk from small wading pools, bathtubs, buckets, diaper pails, and toilets as well swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs. For more tips, search for “water watchers” on the city’s website.
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