Always remember to SWIM SAFE.
Sharpen your skills. Take lessons and get comfortable in the water.
Watch the weather. Before you go swimming, check the weather forecast. Stop swimming in bad weather.
Investigate the area. Look around for potential dangers, like currents, deep and shallow areas, and rocks. Always be aware of your surroundings.
Monitor yourself. Are you too hot? Find some shade, reapply sunscreen, and drink some water. Are you too cold? Get out of the water and dry off. Are you too tired? Take a break from swimming and have a snack.
Stay in supervised areas. Only swim in areas that have a lifeguard on duty.
Always buddy-up. Never swim alone!
Follow the rules. Read all posted signs and obey the lifeguards.
Enter the water feet first. Only get in head first when the area is clearly marked for diving.
Although the beach and the pool are places to relax, they can also be dangerous. It’s important to know basic water safety rules. Swim safe!