May is National Water Safety Month, which makes it a great time to raise awareness about how parents can help keep their children safer around water.
As people enjoy pools, lakes, and oceans, a percentage of them will suffer an unimaginable loss due to drowning.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4, and the second leading cause of death for children ages 5 to 14. Each year in the country, more than 4,000 unintentional drowning deaths are recorded.
Whether you live near a beach or are vacationing in a coastal area, it is crucial to stay alert to rip currents; according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), these currents cause about 100 deaths each year on the country’s beaches.
