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Drowning prevention: CoulePasTonÉté campaign
Automatically translated from French ·
Published on Monday, August 17, 2026 at 11:46 AM
The 13th department prefecture launches the #CoulePasTonÉté campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of swimming outside secured zones. The posters warn against currents, rocks, boats, and metal pilings in waterways.
The 13th department prefecture launches the #CoulePasTonÉté campaign to prevent drownings during the period of high temperatures.
The posters remind that swimming outside designated areas exposes people to invisible underwater dangers, such as:
- Boats
- Strong currents
- Rocks
- Metal pilings
The objective is to emphasize that swimming must remain a safe pleasure, by respecting designated zones.
More information on the website: sante.gouv.fr/prevention-en-sante/risques-de-la-vie-courante/baignades
Support identification code: 18003791501654290381
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