LOS ANGELES, MAY 27, 2021 — Memorial Day is just around the corner, marking the unofficial start of summer and outdoor fun. The American Red Cross Los Angeles Region wants everyone to have a safe summer and offers tips and resources for the entire family.
WATER SAFETY
Before going in, on or around the water, every family member should become “water smart.” This starts with learning to be safe, making good choices, and learning to swim to at least achieve the skills of water competency. Everyone should be able to enter the water, get a breath, stay afloat, change position, swim a distance and then get out of the water safely. A variety of water safety courses and resources are available to help. To help keep your family safe, the Red Cross offers these tips: