Beach Safety
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Surf Safety
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Rip CurrentsRip currents are a major cause of accidental drowning on beaches all across the world. These are fast flowing bodies of water that can drag swimmers away from the shoreline and out to deeper water. Rips can be difficult to spot, but sometimes can be identified by choppy water, debris floating on the surface or churned up sand from the sea floor. They're most common on sandy surf beaches, at the mouth of smaller estuaries and can form around permanent structures like piers or sea walls. If you get caught in a rip:
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Sun SafetyOverexposure to ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun is one of the main cause of skin cancer. When the sun is strong, spend time in the shade, cover up with clothing and use sunscreen with at least SPF 15. A combination of dehydration and prolonged exposure to the sun could cause heat injuries such as heatstroke. This condition may occur with no preceding signs of heat injury and can occur as a progression from heat syncope and heat exhaustion. Visit Cancer Research UK for more ways to enjoy the sun safely.
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Inland WaterMore people drown in inland waters than coastal or at sea (e.g. in rivers, canals, lakes, lochs, reservoirs and ponds).
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TombstoningEvery year people are seriously injured or die as a result of jumping of cliffs which is known as tombstoning. Injuries that can be caused could be broken llimbs, spinal injuries, and unconsciousness which could all lead to drowning. It is often difficult for emergency services to reach tombstoning sites. Without immediate rescue or medical care, these injuries often result in death. So why is Tombstoning so dangerous:
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Fore more information on water safety, visit any of these organisations:
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