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Water Safety

After a Flood: How Families Can Stay Safe

After a flood, there can be many possible dangers in and around your home. Here's how to keep kids safe.

Bathroom Water Safety

Always supervise young kids in the bath to keep them safe. Here are other bathroom water safety tips.

Drowning Prevention

Drowning is a leading cause of death in children and teens. It happens fast and is usually silent. Here's how parents can help prevent drowning.

Jellyfish Stings

Ocean dips are a cool part of summer, but jellyfish can spoil the fun. Here's how to handle a sting from by one of these mysterious sea creatures.

Outdoor Water Safety

Swimming in an open body of water (like a river, lake, or ocean) is different from swimming in a pool. Here are some tips based on the type of water.

Pool Safety

Having a pool, pond, spa, or hot tub on your property is a huge responsibility when it comes to safety. Here’s how can you keep kids – yours and others – safe.