Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA shares swim safety tips as summer begins
More families are heading to pools and beaches to cool off for the summer.
Staff with the Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA say parents should make swim safety a top priority anytime children are near the water.
YMCA staff say one of the most important safety tips is making sure children are always supervised even if a lifeguard is on duty.
They recommend parents stay within arm’s reach of younger swimmers and avoid distractions like phones while watching kids in the pool.
The YMCA also encourages families to enroll children in swim lessons early and make sure everyone knows basic water safety rules before jumping in.
Wearing properly fitted life jackets around deep water and teaching kids never to swim alone can also help prevent accidents this summer.
Staying alert and prepared can make all the difference in keeping summer fun and safe around the water.
