water safety

The Jones Beach East Bathhouse on Long Island has reopened after 17 years, timed with summer weather. The reopening is part of a plan to promote water safety across New York State.

A person received a call from an unknown middle-aged woman discussing a boy who drowned, leading them to hang up due to fears of a scam. The caller's professional-sounding voice raised concerns about phishing or a water safety campaign.

A 4-year-old boy was hospitalized in critical condition after being found unresponsive in a pool in Plantation, Broward County. An adult performed CPR until first responders arrived, and the child was rushed to Broward Health Medical Center. Authorities confirm the investigation is ongoing, and the Broward Sheriff’s Office is sharing water safety tips to prevent drownings.

The 'Splash Smart Henrico!' event offered a hands-on water safety experience to teach children and residents about protecting themselves and loved ones in water. The event highlighted available resources for water safety education.

A Metro Detroit man rescued a child from the Detroit River after hidden currents and sudden drop-offs created dangerous conditions. The Wayne County Marine Division emphasized water safety warnings for the Fourth of July, urging vigilance and proper precautions like life jackets.

Experts like Dr. Darria Long and Consumer Reports highlight summer child safety measures, including constant water supervision, use of Coast Guard-approved life jackets, pool fencing, helmet use for wheeled activities, CPR training, and window safety guards to prevent accidents.

The article highlights summer safety measures to prevent injuries in children, emphasizing water safety, helmet use for biking, CPR training, and window guards. Experts like Dr. Darria Long and organizations such as Consumer Reports recommend active supervision, Coast Guard-approved life jackets, and secure pool fencing to reduce risks.

Cedar Park hosted a water safety event offering swim lessons, life jacket fittings, and water safety education for children with autism. The event aimed to reduce drowning risks and build confidence among participants.

Consumer Reports experts, including pediatric emergency room physician Dr. Darria Long, share summer safety tips to prevent injuries in children. Recommendations focus on water safety, helmet use for bikes and scooters, CPR training, and window safety measures.

A 10-year-old boy nearly drowned at Belle Isle fishing dock after falling into deep water, but was rescued by Rashaun Rucker, a Detroit-based artist and art teacher, who used a fishing net to pull him to safety. The child’s 12-year-old brother also tried to help, while their neighbor Angela Briscoe, who was supervising the children, was unable to assist due to her inability to swim. Both boys are recovering, and Rucker and Briscoe are planning to take water safety lessons.

The article highlights summer safety precautions to prevent child injuries, emphasizing adult supervision near water, use of U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets, pool fencing, helmet use for bikes/scooters, CPR training, and window guards. Experts like Dr. Darria Long stress that many accidents are preventable with preparation and awareness.

Two firefighters reunited with a 5-year-old boy they resuscitated after he was found unresponsive in a hotel pool. The boy, Tyler, was revived through CPR administered by the off-duty responders, who later shared water safety advice with families.