Saturday 11 May 2013

May 24 - Victoria Day long weekend

Happy Mother's Day weekend!  I hope everyone is able to spend some time with their loved ones this weekend.

As we are quickly approaching Canada's kickoff to summer - Victoria Day long weekend (May 18-20) I would like to stress the importance of staying safe in and around water

Be prepared. 

If you are boating, make sure you and your 2 legged and 4 legged friends wear their lifejackets.  And don't drink and boat!

If you are opening your pool, make sure you don't leave children or pets unattended in or near the water.

If you are setting up a pool, make sure all 4 sides are fenced and closed with a self closing latch.

If you are swimming in open water, be aware of hypothermia the waters are still very cold!  And don't drink and swim!

The start of the season requires reminders for young and old.
If you see something unsafe - speak up!  Correct the action or alert someone who can. 

Prevention = Life

Listen to The Talk Show with Bryan Allen on May 15th at 11:00am AM 920 CKNX for more water safety awareness and drowning prevention tips!