American Red Cross of Central Florida 

Water Safety

The Red Cross is brimming with water safety tips to keep your family safe this summer. The most basic: Learn to swim! Take some lessons at your local pool. The best thing anyone can do to stay safe in and around the water is to learn to swim. And always swim with a buddy; never swim alone.

The American Red Cross has swimming courses for people of any age and swimming ability. To enroll in a swim course, contact the American Red Cross of Central Florida at (407) 894-4141.

• Swim in supervised areas only.
• Obey all rules and posted signs.
• Don't mix alcohol and swimming. Alcohol impairs your judgment, balance, and coordination, affects your swimming and diving skills, and reduces your body's ability to stay warm.
• Pay attention to local weather conditions and forecasts. Stop swimming at the first indication of bad weather.

Other Water Safety Tips

• Beach Safety
• Home Pools
• Keeping Children Safe
• Lakes and Rivers
• Ocean Safety
• Personal Watercraft
• Snorkeling
• Water Skiing

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