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Drowning prevention in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Automatically translated from French ·
Published on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 7:42 PM
Summer is approaching, and with the intense heat, preventing drownings becomes essential. Stay vigilant, especially around children, and follow the correct safety reflexes to enjoy water safely.
Emergency instructions
In an emergency, immediately call 112.
Summer is arriving, and with it, high temperatures are increasing the number of swims. However, a drowning can occur in seconds, often silently and without warning.
To enjoy the water safely:
- Supervise children at all times, within armâs reach, and designate a responsible adult for each child.
- Swim only in designated areas, and prefer monitored zones.
- Do not overestimate your abilities and respect safety instructions.
- Avoid alcohol before or during swimming.
- Enter the water gradually, especially after prolonged sun exposure.
In case of emergency, call 112 immediately.
This summer, stay alert so that swimming remains a moment of pleasure.
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