The fall season creates many images: falling leaves, the autumn breeze, and undoubtedly the smell of pumpkin spice lattes. But in the swimming world, fall has always represented something else: the ...

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - It happens all too often: Summer fun turns to tragedy around the water. Drownings are increasing, which is why Consumer Reports explains it’s critically important to follow ...

SEVERE WEATHER THIS MORNING. THIS WEEKEND IS THE UNOFFICIAL START TO SUMMER, WHICH MEANS IT’S TIME TO SPEND YOUR DAYS BY THE POOL. MAYBE AT THE LAKE, BUT BEING NEAR WATER DOES COME WITH SOME DANGERS.

With all of the water around our area, plus the numerous swimming pools, knowing how to swim and survive is extremely important as we enjoy being around water. If someone gets themselves in deep water ...

Always swim with a buddy, supervise children, and avoid swimming during thunderstorms or while intoxicated. Check for rip current advisories and weather forecasts before entering the water. Be ...

To perform well in training for SEALs, Navy EOD, Dive Schools, SWCC, Marine Recon, Air Force PJ, Rescue Swimmer and other special diving programs, you must master swimming straight (and fast). When ...

Drowning deaths have increased in recent years, exceeding 4,500 annually from 2020-2022. Drowning is the leading cause of death for children aged 1 to 4 in the U.S. The CDC recommends swimming lessons ...

Warmer weather is on its way, and the Oklahoma Red Cross is sharing tips to stay safe during swim season. There are several ways to be safe on the water, but here are some tips from the Red Cross to ...

As summer approaches and families gear up for fun in the sun, it’s important to prioritize water safety. Chris DeJong, founder and president of Big Blue Swim School, is on a mission to help prevent ...

CLOSTER, New Jersey (WABC) -- Sadly, we cover backyard pool tragedies all the time. As a reminder, you are required to have a fence around your pool for safety. There are all sorts of door locks and ...