Links

Did you know that drownings can occur from many circumstances? The key is that if there is an inch of water and a child...a drowning could happen. Drowning scenarios might include:

• Pools (most common drowning mode in California, Texas, Arizona and Florida)
• Lakes, rivers and ponds
• Irrigation ditches and ponding basins
• Buckets
• Bathtubs
• Toilets

Here are some helpful links that may answer any questions or concerns you have regarding water-related accidents and children.

• Centers For Disease Control
• American Academy of Pediatrics
• California Park& Recreation Society
• Children's Hospital of Central California
• Red Cross
• Water Safety Congress
• National Water Safety Program
• Pool Fencing Industry
• US Coast Guard Boating Safety
• Safe Kids