Formal swimming lessons significantly reduce the risk of drowning for young children. More than 40 million adults don't know how to swim; more than half have never taken a lesson. Nonfatal drowning ...

Christie Caster, Executive Director of the American Red Cross Western Colorado Chapter, said drowning can occur in just a few ...

Most adults are dangerously overconfident in the water-and it could cost them their lives this summer.

This video is no longer available. The weather forecast couldn’t be more perfect for a long, summer weekend, and with weather this good, lots of people are going to be out on the water. Whether it’s ...

MICHIGAN, USA — As crowds flock to beaches along the lakeshore this summer, it's important to remember basic water safety tips. When you arrive at the beach, there will usually be colored flags that ...

Summer is a great time to enjoy local waters. Whether you’re a boater, angler, or water sports enthusiast, remember to be responsible around the water. May 17-23 was National Safe Boating Week. The ...

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Ahead of pools in Dothan opening on May 24, 2025., let’s go over a few water safety tips that could potentially save your life. There should be a designated person or persons to ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Family Initiative (TFI) is providing water safety tips to parents and caregivers as water safety is crucial whether you’re swimming in a pool, a lake, the ocean, or near any ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Thousands will be flocking to lakes and beaches this Memorial Day Weekend to kick off the unofficial start of summer. While air ...

As temperatures rise and families flock to the water to cool off, safety should be at the top of our minds, especially for those with young kids. To help us all swim smarter this season, I spoke with ...

July 25 is World Drowning Prevention Day, a reminder that knowledge of water safety is critical. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning is a leading cause of death for ...

TRAVERSE CITY — Now that the public is getting back on the water for the summer, it is important to remember some of the basics when it comes to water safety. Sergeant Ben McManus with the Grand ...