Spring waters run cold: Preventing needless drownings in King County
Learn how we partnered with Mother Africa to help prevent needless drownings and increase water safety awareness in King County.
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Summer is heating up – and so should your water safety planning
According to climate scientists, chances are it’s going to be a hotter summer than typical across King County. Hot weather brings people out to our region’s lakes, rivers and salt water areas looking to cool off and have fun. But the more folks flock to beaches and rivers, the higher the likelihood that more people […]
Read MoreApril Pools Day: Promoting equity, promoting activity
Where you live, the color of your skin, and the amount of money your family makes may affect your chances of drowning. Drowning prevention isn’t just a safety issue; it’s an issue of equity. Many resources related to water recreation such as learning to swim, access to safe sites, lifejackets, lifeguards, and water related education […]
Read More5 simple safety tips for swimming in pools
Click through the images to find out more about why these safety tips are so important. For more information, visit the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention website.
Read MoreGetting warmer: let’s talk water safety
With summer approaching in the Northwest, layers of clothing slowly peel away, and thoughts turn to the water. Soon, local rivers, lakes and pools will start to fill with kids and families. I talked with Tony Gomez, our Violence and Injury Prevention Manager (and local water safety guru), to understand potential hazards on the water, […]
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