Water safety is an important part of keeping our children safe. Drowning can happen quickly and quietly, but many incidents are preventable. Always supervise children around water, swim with a buddy, choose locations with lifeguards when possible, and wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket while boating.

We encourage all families to take a few minutes to review the Safe Swimming Tips for Everyone guide from the New York State Department of Health for additional water safety information and recommendations.

Visit the New York State Department of Health website for more information.

Download the Safe Swimming Tip Card