With temperatures rising across the country and school out for summer, many families will be spending time at the beach, lake or local swimming pool.
Now is the time to review safety tips to keep children safe around water.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4. It's also the second leading cause of unintentional death for those ages 5 to 14.
Safe Kids Worldwide says in the U.S., 973 children under age 19 drowned in 2021.
So before you head to the beach or pool, spend some time going over procedures and tips to keep children safe.
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