It's World #DrowningPrevention Day
Every year, drowning claims at least 236,000 lives. It's 1 of the leading causes of death π for children & people aged 1-24 years.
We can all take action to end drowning:
Learn how to perform rescue & resuscitation
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#DrowningPrevention measures incl.:
π§Barriers controlling access to water
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Safe places for children away from water
πββοΈTeaching swimming & safety skills
πSafe rescue & resuscitation training
πFlood risk management
β΄οΈBoat, ship & ferry regulations
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It's World #DrowningPrevention Day
Those at greatest risk of drowning are often those least able to protect themselves, like π§πΆπ½π§πΏ under 5 years.
If you live close to water π keep watch over your children.
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Drowning deaths are frequently linked to:
π bathing
πͺ£ collecting water for domestic use
β΄οΈ travelling over water on boats or ferries
π£ fishing
βοΈ seasonal or extreme weather events like monsoons
#DrowningPrevention
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Most drowning deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. However, drowning affects every nation in the world πΊοΈ
Let's prevent this tragedy by scaling up #DrowningPrevention:
π teach children and adults swimming and water safety!
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To mark World #DrowningPrevention Day, iconic landmarks around the world are being illuminated in blue, like the famous "Jet d'eau" β²οΈ fountain in Geneva, Switzerland π¨π
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