Formal swimming lessons significantly reduce the risk of drowning for young children. More than 40 million adults don't know how to swim; more than half have never taken a lesson. Nonfatal drowning ...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - More details have emerged about the tragic drowning of a 3-year-old at a pool party in Columbus on Sunday night, highlighting the importance of promoting swimming and pool ...

Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start to summer. With summer comes outdoor activities near the water. Hillsborough County code enforcement officers are visiting area apartment complexes to make ...

MANCHESTER, Conn. (WTNH) — Several municipalities across Connecticut have dealt with water main breaks this winter, with many ...

Summer is a great time to enjoy local waters. Whether you’re a boater, angler, or water sports enthusiast, remember to be responsible around the water. May 17-23 was National Safe Boating Week. The ...

The weather forecast couldn’t be more perfect for a long, summer weekend, and with weather this good, lots of people are going to be out on the water. Whether it’s the Chesapeake Bay, or any of the ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Family Initiative (TFI) is providing water safety tips to parents and caregivers as water safety is crucial whether you’re swimming in a pool, a lake, the ocean, or near any ...

MICHIGAN, USA — As crowds flock to beaches along the lakeshore this summer, it's important to remember basic water safety tips. When you arrive at the beach, there will usually be colored flags that ...

As families dive into summer fun and the swim season begins, it’s the ideal time to review precautions to keep everyone safe. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4 in the U.S ...

BILLINGS, Mont. - The month of May is national water safety month, and staff at Billings Family YMCA have some water safety tips that could save a life. As we get closer to summer and temperatures ...