WATER SAFETY
WATER SAFETY
Pool Safely: Simple Steps to Save Lives is a national public education campaign to reduce childhood drownings, submersion injuries and entrapments. To Pool Safely means adopting critical water safety steps to ensure that a great afternoon at the pool doesn’t turn into a tragic one. Learn more at poolsafely.gov
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. From helping during disasters and ensuring access to lifesaving blood, to providing training to save lives and supporting military communities, the Red Cross is there when help can’t wait. Find more water safety information at redcross.org
Water Safety USA provides drowning prevention and water safety programs, including public education. The overarching approach of Water Safety USA is to engage in ongoing dialog aimed at improving our aggregate delivery of water safety information, tools and resources such that they are as effective as possible. Learn more at watersafetyusa.org
Elevating awareness to educate, advocate, innovate, and equip to prevent drownings. The National Drowning Prevention Alliance believes that together we can reduce the incidence of drowning and aquatic injuries in the US and abroad. Join us to help save lives at ndpa.org
Take the Phones Down, Eyes Up Pledge and make the commitment to help keep kids safe in and around water--this summer and all year long. When at the pool, beach, or lakeside, remember: Your eyes can save lives. Learn more and take the pledge at ymca.org/phones-down-eyes-up
Swimming is a life-saving skill for children and a vital tool to prevent drowning, the number one cause of death for U.S. children ages 1-4, and second leading cause for ages 5-14. Help share the important message "Swimming Lessons Save Lives" with as many kids and adults as possible by visiting wlsl.org