Who is at risk for drowning?
The group at highest risk for drowning are children ages one to four. The many swimming pools, canals, ponds, lakes and other bodies of water in Florida are a major threat to young children because children of this age are attracted to water, are generally unable to swim, and do not understand the concept of danger. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1-4 in Broward County. What are the events which contribute to drowning? The three primary factors contributing to a drowning include lapses in supervision, access to water, and the inability to swim. Supervision is usually interrupted by a simple event, such as answering the telephone. During this lapse, a child gains access to the swimming pool through a patio door or similar opening. How do you prevent a drowning? 1. SUPERVISION is critical. No child should go near water unless supervised by an adult (who knows how to swim). Children can drown in as little as one inch of water. Protect children from water while awa
