ALS Medical Paramedics responded to the scene of a drowning incident at Wedge Beach, South Beach. | ALS Paramedics
Durban — Lifesaving South Africa has reiterated its call for increased water safety measures following a spate of drownings in the country.
Lifesaving SA said: “In the second week of December beginning on Sunday, December 8, South Africa experienced a further nine drownings nationally. A worrying trend has emerged, with four young children drowning in two separate inland incidents. We also call for very close supervision of little children anywhere near water.”
Lifesaving SA conveyed its condolences to the families of the deceased.
Lifesaving SA said that as the summer heats up, and schools close for the year, the need to supervise young children by keeping them within arm’s length is paramount.
Recent drownings subject to SAPS inquests:
“Lifesaving South Africa salutes the contribution of the young volunteer and sends condolences to his family and colleagues,” Lifesaving SA said.
Lifesaving SA has reiterated its call for the following measures:
Meanwhile, earlier this month Fidelity ADT’s Group head of marketing and communications Charnel Hattingh said: “Another big factor regarding children’s safety at home is swimming pools. Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death in young children.
“We should teach young children that water can be dangerous, just like cars. Tell them not to go near the water without a grown-up, just like you don't cross the street without a grown-up. It is dangerous. You should regularly reinforce this message the way you do all other household rules.”
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