85 % of drownings are avoidable - how to act to prevent dramas
Simple gestures that can reduce the risk of drowning at any age
Each year, statistics recall that the majority of drownings, around 85 %, could be avoided with simple and effective measures.
These figures illustrate the crucial importance of prevention and vigilance, especially for children, which remain the most vulnerable.
Why so many avoidable drownings?
The main causes of drowning include a lack of surveillance, the absence of suitable safety equipment and the ignorance of the basic rules around water. Simple actions such as constant surveillance of children, even in shallow waters, the installation of safety devices around swimming pools, and learning the first flower gestures can considerably reduce the risk of drowning.
Measures to be taken to prevent drowns
- Active monitoring : Make sure that an adult designated permanently monitors children when they are in or near the water.
- Early education : Introduce children to swimming from an early age and teach them to familiarize themselves with water reduces risks.
- Use of suitable equipment : Devices such as floating swimsuits, especially for the youngest, can offer additional security while allowing them to discover water with confidence.
Important reminders
Private swimming pools, in particular, represent one of the places where accidental drownings are frequent. Adopting a proactive attitude, raising the whole family to the dangers of water and respecting the safety instructions, allows you to spend serene and safe aquatic moments.
By applying these advice, it is possible to transform a worrying figure into an opportunity for education and prevention, thus guaranteeing that each bathing remains a moment of shared and secure pleasure.
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