About one-third of the nation’s more than 300,000 public parks and pools have been affected by this summer's lifeguard shortage,
staying aware of dangerous water conditions such as changing tides, underwater debris and rip currents. Also, take all weather warnings seriously and leave the water immediately if you notice thunder or lightning.If you have any doubt about weather conditions or your own energy levels or swimming ability, play it safe and don’t go in the water.
“Regardless of your age or level of swimming skills,” you should always have someone with you in the water, according to theWhile the lifeguard shortage is unfortunately making this more difficult, the American Red Cross’s number one water safety tip is to only swim in lifeguarded areas of the beach. Lifeguards can alert swimmers to unsafe water conditions such as rip currents, which are “responsible for most rescues performed by lifeguards,” according to the organization.
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