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The Lifesaving Society designates the third week in July each year as National Drowning Prevention Week to focus community and media attention towards water safety and drowning prevention. This year the focus is on educating families about non-fatal drowning and the steps that everyone can take towards preventable accidents. “For every fatal drowning in Ontario, there are nearly four non-fatal drownings that are serious enough to require an emergency department visit." - Lifesaving Society Ontario National Drowning Prevention Week | July 21-27 #NDPW2024 https://lnkd.in/gwtnP2sv

"This is the limit flag." toronto.ca/BeachSafety National Drowning Prevention Week | July 21-27 #NDPW2024 Descriptive video transcript: Two lifeguards in uniform (yellow with red markings) are on the beach at Lake Ontario in Toronto. Behind them is a flag that lifeguards use to indicate safe swimming zones, called a limit flag. The limit flag is one red horizontal band above one yellow horizontal band. Lifeguard One: "This is the limit flag." Lifeguard Two: "It outlines the border between the swim zone and the craft zone." Both lifeguards are standing in a shallow water area of Lake Ontario with their arms out indicating a zone where people should not be swimming. Lifeguard One: "This is the boat zone." Lifeguard Two: "Don't swim here!" Both lifeguards have moved to an area of the beach at Lake Ontario which has been designated as a supervised swimming area. They are in the water and using their outstretched arms to indicate the area. (in unison) "And this is the swim zone." One of the lifeguards is positioned to indicate a rope and buoys in the water behind him. Lifeguard Two: "And if you're still unsure you can tell by this rope in the water and the buoys behind me."

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Some safety tips for swimmers this summer. Speak with a lifeguard and ask them if there are any hazards to be aware of. Wear a lifejacket. Even if you're a good swimmer wearing a lifejacket can provide extra buoyancy and keep you safe if you encounter a drop-off. Never swim alone. Having someone with you ensures help is available. Keep children within arm’s reach and actively supervise them. toronto.ca/BeachSafety National Drowning Prevention Week | July 21-27 hashtag#NDPW2024 Descriptive video transcript: A lifeguard is walking on a beach on Lake Ontario and providing information on beach safety. "Here are three beach safety tips." The lifeguard moves to an area of the beach where another lifeguard is present in the background. The lifeguard in the background is facing the water with rescue gear at their side. "Always swim when a lifeguard is on duty." The lifeguard from the start of the video is joined by another lifeguard. They have their arms on each others' backs and the second lifeguard is wearing a sun hat and sunglasses. "Always swim with a friend." The lifeguard is solo again and concludes the video. "And always stay within arms' reach of children."

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Swimming beaches are a fantastic way to enjoy the summer but it’s important to know what hazards lay beneath the surface of the water. Drop-offs are where shallow water quickly slopes off into deeper parts of the lake. They can occur near the shore or further out in the water, making them difficult to predict. These areas are dangerous to any swimmer - especially children - who can suddenly find themselves in much deeper water, leading to panic. They can also create strong currents which are not visible and can pull swimmers down or away from safety. toronto.ca/BeachSafety National Drowning Prevention Week | July 21-27 #NDPW2024 Descriptive video transcript: Two lifeguards are on the beach with Lake Ontario behind them. Both lifeguards have sunglasses perched on top of their heads and they are waving hello. "Hello everyone. Today we're going to be talking about drop-offs" One of the lifeguards is now solo on the beach and gesturing to the water behind him. "Now, although the water looks flat the ground underneath is actually quite uneven." The second lifeguard is now solo on the beach and she is backing up into the water to demonstrate hidden and sudden changes in the depth of the water. "It can go from really shallow to knee deep, or even more. This is really, really deep!" Both lifeguards return together on the beach. The lifeguard on the left speaks first. "Now, before you go in the water, make sure you proceed with caution." The second lifeguard speaks in conclusion of the video and then both wave goodbye. "And if you have any questions, you can always ask a lifeguard."

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The City of Toronto offers a variety of learn-to-swim programs year-round for all ages and skill levels. These programs are designed to teach essential swimming skills and water safety knowledge. The Swim to Survive program is for all ages and teaches three basic skills in an effort to promote drowning prevention in children and youth: - rolling into deep water - treading water for one minute - swimming 50 metres The Youth Lifeguard Club is a free, drop-in program for people aged nine to 16 years old. This program focuses on developing lifesaving techniques and swimming strokes, improving physical endurance, learning rescue skills, leadership development and team building. National Drowning Prevention Week | July 21-27 #NDPW2024 https://lnkd.in/gwtnP2sv

Lifejackets save lives. But only when they're on your body. Many boaters feel a false security because they are strong swimmers or because there is a lifejacket within reach. Yet drowning statistics consistently show that 80% of victims in boating-related fatalities were not wearing a lifejacket/PFD. Ensure your family is ready for any water activity by reading up at https://ow.ly/eKJS50SvxPI | #NDPW2024