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Making Your Swimming Experience a Safe One!
By Tony Lee
Summer is just around the corner and everyone will want to be in or around the pool, lake or ocean to cool down. Since swimming is a recreational fun activity, most forget that there is danger involved all around. The statistics show that of the people between the ages of 5 - 24, drowning is the second cause of death. One of the biggest mistakes swimmers make is swimming alone.
When swimming, especially in unfamiliar waters, swim with a partner or group. When people swim together, it lessons the chance of an accident or drowning. When people swim together, it allows the other person to assist in the case of an emergency, or to summon medical aid. Even the most seasoned swimmer can be overcome by strong currents, get cramps by exposure to cold water, or become exhausted from swimming against a strong current. A flotation device is one of the best life saving items available. Sadly, many drownings that occur each year could have been prevented, if only the victim had a life jacket or vest. Many beginners make the mistake of swimming past their abilities and end up being a sad statistic. Know your limits, and maintain your boundaries. Know the water you’re swimming in! Be aware of the depth, dangerous currents and tides. Many people drown each year fighting a strong current or undertow. If you get pulled under, swim along with the flow of the current and work your way closer to shore as the current weakens. NEVER ATTEMPT TO FIGHT THE UNDERTOW!! If you see red flags along the beach they are not there for decoration, it means stay out of the water for your own safety! Know first aid techniques, like your or another ones life depended on it, because it just might! Taking a good course in CPR might come in handy when you least expect it. Many counties and communities offer free courses as the spring and summer season approaches. Get involved and take a life saving course at the YMCA, YWCA or your
local Red Cross. Use common sense! Don't show off to your friends and try to be "King Neptune" when you know your not. Avoid alcoholic beverages when swimming, it dulls the senses and may cause you to take risks you normally wouldn't. Most of all have fun and be safe. Acting responsibly when swimming will almost guarantee you'll be around for another season of fun in the sun! |
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