California leads the nation in drownings. This year alone, there have been 20 drowning incidents in Orange County including 9 fatalities – a number that should be zero.
The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) and the City of Mission Viejo will host a water safety event to promote the ABC’s of water safety.
The demonstration will take place at the Sierra Recreation Center, 26887 Recodo Lane, on June 26 at 3 p.m. (staging begins at 2:45.)
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department, Trauma Intervention Program, and Doctor’s Ambulance will also be on hand to participate.
OCFA’s mock water rescue will demonstrate what a drowning looks like and how quietly it happens. See first-hand what OCFA firefighters do when a child drowns and how adults can be prepared for a safe outing at the pool.
Click here to watch a recent Mission Viejo Television production on the subject of drowning prevention.
For more information on the mock water rescue, click here or call (949) 859-4348 and select option 3.