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Safety Tips
Swimming Safety

According to the National Safety Council, drowning is the second leading cause of death from unintentional injuries for youth aged 5 to 24 and the fourth leading cause of death from unintentional injuries for all ages.

Swimming Tips
  • Always swim with a buddy - never alone.
  • Know your swimming limits and stay within them. Don't try to keep up with a stronger swimmer and keep an eye on weaker swimmers.
  • Alcohol and swimming don't mix. Alcohol impairs your judgment, balance and coordination. It affects your swimming and diving skills and reduces your body's ability to stay warm.
  • Swim in supervised areas only.
  • Watch out for the dangerous "too's" - too tired, too cold, too far from safety and too much sun.
  • Do not chew gum or eat while swimming. You could easily choke.
  • Obey "No Diving" signs which indicate the area is unsafe for headfirst entries. Always enter the water feet first if you don't know the depth. In addition, learn the correct way to dive from a qualified instructor.

E-mail the Red Cross for more information regarding swimming safety at info@kcredcross.org.
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Greater Kansas City Chapter
211 W. Armour Blvd.
Kansas City, MO 64111 USA		         Phone 816-931-8400
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