Drowning Prevention Online Resources for Parents & Families
General Information and Resources
More information, resources and tips on drowning prevention for parents and families.
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- American Red Cross - King and Kitsap County
- American Red Cross - Swimming and Lifeguarding
- Centers for Disease Control National Center for Injury Prevention and Control - Drowning Prevention Fact Sheet
- Public Health Seattle & King County
- SAFE KIDS - Water Safety Tips
- SAFE KIDS - Drowning Injury Facts
- Safe USA
Around The Home
Resources for keeping families safe at home, pools and spas.
- Above Ground Pools and Spas (PDF)
- Consumer Product Safety Commission - Pool and Spa Safety
- Consumer Product Safety Commission - Prevent Child In-Home Drowning Deaths
- Consumer Product Safety Commission - Preventing Child Drownings
- Drowning Facts and Prevention Tips for Homeowners (PDF)
- Private Residential Pools and Spas-Tips for Homeowners (PDF)
Playing or Swimming in Open Water
Resources to help families keep safe while playing or swimming in open water like lakes, rivers and the ocean.
- Rip Currents Awareness
- Farm Pond Safety
- National Children's Center - Rural Youth Drowning: Fact Sheet
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - National Water Safety Program
- Washington State Department of Health - Water Safety Fact Sheet
Boating
Resources to help families keep safe while boating.
