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  DROWNING IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF DEATH FOR TODDLERS 1-4 YEARS OLD
68%
In general, Boys are two times more likely to drown in a pool than girls.
There are NO WARNING SOUNDS or splashing sounds associated with a drowning accident.
2/3 of fatal drownings occur between May and August for most age groups.
<5
                    Children under age 5 are at a higher risk of drowning in a pool.
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Swimming Pools
Swimming pools in backyards account for over half of the 54 drowning deaths of children 0-5 years old each year.
Install Alarms
Install alarms on house doors and windows leading to a pool area.
Layers of Protection
Layers of protection include adult supervision, fences, gates, latches, safety pool covers, alarms, education, throwing aids, and rescue techniques.
Eye
Adults should keep a constant eye on children in or near any water including bathtubs, buckets, toilets, ponds, spas and pools.
Never Leave a Child Alone Near Water
Never leave a child alone near water. Check the pool first if a child is missing.
Touch
Designate an adult to be close enough to reach out and touch the child.
                                                                         Visit: www.dds.ca.gov/drowning | www.drowningpreventionfoundation.org | www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/ocap
                                  The Department of Developmental Services, Department of Public Health, Department of Social Services, and the Drowning Prevention Foundation.
DROWNING
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