57K views · 534 reactions | «I never thought I would lose my child to drowning.» Nicole Hughes shares her heartbreaking story and asks parents to take all the necessary water safety steps to safeguard their children from #drowning. Anyone can drown, no one should. #DrowingPrevention | World Health Organization (WHO) | Facebook

38K views · 974 reactions | It's World Drowning Prevention Day. Every year, drowning claims at least 236,000 lives. It's one of the leading causes of death  for children & people aged 1-24 years. We can all take action to end drowning. Anyone can drown, but no one should. | World Health Organization (WHO) | Facebook

It's a great time for a swim! Just remember these water safety tips when you are getting in the water: 1. Swim lessons save lives 2. Always wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved life jacket in natural bodies of water 3. Never underestimate the power of water 4. Watch children closely around any body of water 5. Know the depth of water and what's in it before you jump or dive 6. Don't swim or boat alone, designate a swimming buddy 7. Know what to do if you find yourself in trouble in the water 8. Lear

Ain’t No River Wide Enough Marine mountain warfare instructors participate in a swift-water rescue course to learn how to rescue people in fast moving water. (MAGTF Training Command/Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center at 29 Palms video by Cpl. Conner Downey) | U.S. Marine Corps