25/07/2024
Drowning is one of the leading causes of death globally for children and young people aged 1-24 years. Every year, an estimated 236,000 people drown.
In Australia, hundreds of families lose loved ones to drowning every year.
Today, Thursday 25th July on World Drowning Prevention Day, join and to take action to prevent drowning:
Enrol in swimming lessons
Supervise children
Check pool fence and gate
Wear a lifejacket
Know the conditions
Become a pool lifeguard
Learn CPR
Become a swim teacher
Every small step we individually take can help save lives.
For further details on how you can be part of World Drowning Prevention Day visit:
https://www.royallifesaving.com.au/World-Drowning-Prevention-Day