How to keep your family safe around water | Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service
American Red Cross
July 19, 2017
Children enjoy the splash pad at Moody Park (Photo by Adam Carr)
Swimming is the most popular summer activity. The best thing you can do to help your family stay safe is to enroll in age-appropriate swim lessons. Contact the Training Support Center at 1-800-RED-CROSS or  to find lessons near you.
Follow these safety tips whenever you are in, on or around water.
Prevent Unsupervised Access to the Water
Maintain Constant Supervision
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Know What to Do in an Emergency. If a child is missing, check the water first. Seconds count in preventing death or disability.