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As summer approaches and families gear up for fun in the sun, it’s important to prioritize water safety. Chris DeJong, founder and president of Big Blue Swim School, is on a mission to help prevent ...

GAITHERSBURG, Md. — According to the Centers for Disease Control, accidental drowning is the leading cause of death among toddlers. For children ages 5-14, drowning is the second leading cause of ...

CYPRESS, Texas – Sabrina Whittembury put her children in swim lessons at just a few years old. “You can’t have your eyes on them all the time, 24/7. If you’re in a place and they’re playing with each ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Summer is approaching, meaning community pools are starting to open across the region. But having fun in the water comes with serious responsibility. According to the CDC, an ...

MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. (WCBD)- Being in the water is one of the biggest parts of summer in the Lowcountry, and it can also be one of the most dangerous. Here are ways you and your family can stay safe ...

Swimming is a great way to stay cool in the summer heat but it's essential to prioritize safety, especially for children. Getty Images Is it even summer without a dip in the pool? Swimming is one of ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — With the nicer weather lately, we know some families out there may be enjoying it with a splash. But if you’re not practicing proper safety protocols with your children when ...

Melissa Shields described her 3-year-old daughter, Zola, as “cautious” during the few times the toddler had been in a pool. As Saturday's free swimming lesson progressed at the Westbury High School ...

SYLVANIA, Ohio — As the summer heat wave continues, many are flocking to local pools to cool off. Though swimming is a fun and relaxing way to beat the heat, swim safety still as important as ever.

Woohoo! Memorial Day weekend. Schools are winding down. Swimming pools are ready for the jumping in, and the lakes will be full of boats taking in some of Texas' water playgrounds. Already this year, ...