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Prevention of drownings at sea this summer
Automatically translated from French ·
Published on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 10:22 AM
During your sea swims this summer, avoid swimming too far out and make sure you can return. Use a swimming buoy for open water. In case of danger, call 15, 18, or 112.
Emergency instructions
In case of distress, call 15, 18, or 112.
This summer, by the sea, if you decide to swim far out, make sure you are capable of returning to the shore.
- Do not overestimate your physical fitness.
- Equip yourself with a open-water swimming buoy for added safety.
If you witness someone in difficulty, act quickly:
- Call 15 (Samu), 18 (firefighters), or 112 (European emergency number).
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