Drowning is one of the leading causes of accidental injury and death, but it is also highly preventable.
Our Drowning Prevention Program focuses on keeping families safe in and around water by promoting swimming lessons, water safety education, and the importance of supervision.
We encourage parents and caregivers to always keep a close eye on children near pools, lakes, and beaches, and to use life jackets when boating or swimming in open water.
By working together to raise awareness and practice safe habits, we can reduce the risk of drowning and ensure that everyone enjoys Florida’s waterways safely.
Water Safety
Drowning is fast, silent, and can happen to anyone. It can happen in the few minutes a distraction can take you away from the water to answer the phone or run inside for a towel.