Seeking a Rescue Repeat Jul 17, 2008
Russell Hubbard, of the Red Cross Greater Houston Area Chapter, said the competition was created to test the lifeguards abilities, skills and knowledge of rescues, water safety, CPR and First Aid. This competition helps lifeguards keep their skills honed at peak levels throughout the summer, he said. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Summer fun relies on staying safe Jul 17, 2008
Parents need to be vigilant about water safety. Get in the water with children or be on the lookout, even if kids are comfortable swimmers, Jurani-Suarez said. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Infant swim program begins at Weymouth Club Jul 15, 2008
As an active lifeguard with a passion for water safety, Barnett witnessed the tragic aftermath when a neighbor child drowned ... During the 42 years of its existence, ISR has safely delivered over 6 million safe lessons to teach water self-rescue skills to more than 160,000 babies and has educated parents and medical experts nationwide on water safety techniques and proven instruction methods. (Weymouth News, MA)
Pool closes, then opens despite being in red Jul 14, 2008
Water safety instructors teach swimming lessons at The Ranch pool on July 8. (BRIAN CHARLES/Big Bear Grizzly). (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Local swim instructor shares tips for water safety Jul 14, 2008
We teach a lot of water safety ... What is the best water safety tip you can provide ... Our head instructor is Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certified. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
SPORTS BRIEFS: Soccer League Begins Signups Jul 13, 2008
Boat and water safety course offered Saturday. MORTONThe Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks will offer another boat and water safety course this weekend. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Teaching your dog to swim safely Jul 13, 2008
July 8: Telemundos Maria Celeste talks to Wendy Diamond from Animal Fair magazine about water safety tips for your furry friend ... Not every dog knows instinctively how to swim, and some cant swim at all, Wendy Diamond, the founder and editorial director of Animal Fair magazine, told TODAY. Dogs aquatic abilities are so misunderstood, in fact, that she put together a list of water safety tips for dog owners. (MSNBC -- Health)
Tymor Park Scholarship Fund announces recipients Jul 13, 2008
Tim Kressman is the Valedictorian of the Arlington High School Class of 2008 and worked as a Water Safety Instructor at Tymor Park. Tim will be attending Yale University in the Fall to pursue coursework in the Social Sciences. (MIllbrook Voice Ledger, NY)
Fun is a by-product - Swim lessons emphasize safety, skills Jul 13, 2008
They have to be at least 16 years old and must take a week-long water safety instructors course in New Ulm. Sellner said she still gets scared sometimes when students learn to go off the diving board and she has to be below to catch them. (Sleepy Eye Herald Dispatch, MN)
Los Angeles Neighborhood Fights to Save $1 Million Views of Silver Lake Jul 13, 2008
Last October, of the reservoir found elevated levels of bromate, a suspected carcinogen, reigniting debate over water safety in a neighborhood where lakefront homes can cost more than $1 million ... We have to focus on water quality and water safety,'' Parekh said. (Bloomberg)
Drought had role in Lanier drownings Jul 8, 2008
Lapina said visitors receive water safety information as they drive through park gatehouses. Said Lapina, "People really have to take some responsibility for their actions.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Jumper's Belongings Found On Bridge Jul 5, 2008
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. Crews Again Scour River For Missing Man. (KCRA 3, CA)
Fests on the Fourth Jul 4, 2008
- Water Safety Programs, watch for rangers at all U.S. Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds. -9 a.m., Lakeside Ministries, Bo Wood Amphitheater. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Get the message Jul 4, 2008
The Caledon Enterprise: Providing Local Community News for Caledon, Ontario 24/7. Over five days, the OPP charged nearly 200 drivers with driving more than 50 kilometres over the speed limit and issued 6,562 speeding tickets. (Caledon Enterprise)
Outdoors briefs Jul 3, 2008
Glacier Raft Company will also provide a guide for support and water safety. Snowy Springs Outfitters will pack out all gear and meet volunteers at the original trailhead. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Not just poolin' around Jul 3, 2008
That's why lessons teach lifesaving skills, and include a water safety day as well as instruction in the crawl or backstroke ... Even tiny kids can start getting familiar with water safety. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Weekend Drownings Prompt Essential Water Safety Reminders Jul 1, 2008
A trio of weekend deaths in Ontario lakes has OPP officers and EMS workers reminding folks of the supreme importance of water safety and the potentially tragic consequences that come with ignoring conventional wisdom ... With , rescue officials are asking any and everyone planning swimming or boating activities to review the basics of water safety. (CityNews)
Column: Summer is fun, if you play it safe Jul 1, 2008
Practicing water safety around the pool, lake or at the beach is always important. It s best to learn how to swim, even if you re not a fan of the water. (Amesbury News, MA)
Summer Safety Fair Teaches Children Valuable Safety Lessons Jun 28, 2008
The children had an opportunity to meet Smokey The Bear and receive safety tips on: bicycle safety, personal safety, preventing lead poisoning, sun safety, food safety, head lice prevention, fire cracker safety, skateboard/rollerblade safety, ticks and snakes, water safety, poisonous plants, 10,000 steps for health, dental health ATV and Farm safety, Emergency prepardness and Internet safety. The programs were presented through local organizations like the Madison County Health Department,... (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Rotondi: Goodbye for the summer Jun 27, 2008
Water safety: With the days getting warmer, all children should be drown-proofed by learning to swim and all children should wear life jackets if they are on a boat. We all vacation at summer areas where there are ponds, lakes, beaches and, of course, neighborhood pools. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Bigley Pool is a local resource Jun 27, 2008
Bigley Pool could be a place of not just fun, games and swimming lessons but a place of learning water safety, physical rehabilitation and also physical fitness and competitive sports. What is needed now is for the community leadership at all levels to support Bigley Pool with a careful analysis and positive vision to begin to expand its unique features into new areas and with new participants. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Unconscious Teen Pulled From American River Jun 27, 2008
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. Fire Officials: Teen Wasn't Wearing Life Jacket. (KCRA 3, CA)
A*STAR's technologies showcased at World Cities Summit Jun 27, 2008
There is also a device that will enhance monitoring of water systems - a joint effort by the Public Utilities Board (PUB) and A*STAR. Previously, workers would manually check 110 fish tanks located islandwide to monitor Singapore's water safety. But with this new system, monitoring will be more efficient. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
DCS's Hill retires Jun 26, 2008
This money has been spent giving students new experiences in music, drama, science, remediation, educational field trips, photography, art, computer, sports and water safety to name a few. The school system is losing one of its most dedicated employees. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Water safety release contains questionable data Jun 26, 2008
com - Serving Cameron, MO. The location for the Public Availability meeting hosted by Federal, State and Local Officials has moved. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Rexburg's Swimming Lessons Make Big Splash Jun 26, 2008
There are 10 swimming instructors, all Brigham Young University-Idaho students, most of them certified as Red Cross water safety instructors, said Hansen ... The goal for the younger children is to get them feeling comfortable in the water, along with teaching them water safety. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
New Calling: Red Cross director excited to lead disaster response and involve the community Jun 25, 2008
Besides being an immediate source of disaster relief, the Red Cross offers health and safety courses like first aid, water safety and wilderness training. Emmett is meeting the volunteers who teach the courses, and hopes to increase the volunteer base throughout the county. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Stay safe on the river Jun 25, 2008
"Water attracts people in the summertime," said Nancy Boldt, the administrative and water safety coordinator for North Dakota Game and Fish. Though the cool water can sound enchanting during the heat of summer, Boldt warns that the river can be cruel. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Free swim safety program offered at Dye-Clay YMCA Jun 24, 2008
a family-oriented water safety program ... Instructors will demonstrate the lifelong pleasure of being safe and having fun in and around the water; offering out-of-water safety tips, swim instruction, and education sessions. (Florida Times-Union)
Red Cross seeks relief donations citing depleting funds Jun 21, 2008
The Red Cross is a charity, not a government agency, and depends on the efforts of thousands of volunteers and donors to provide a wide range of community support services, including disaster relief, first aid and CPR training, water safety, services to military personnel and support for blood services. matthewallen@bizjournals. (Bizjournals.com)
Understanding and celebrating differences Jun 21, 2008
You can help your child to feel safe in the new environment while teaching them the fundamentals of water safety. Chrysanthemum is a little girl who is different because of her name. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
WSSC Gets Financial Boost From Safety Instructions Jun 20, 2008
That boil water advisory ended Wednesday night, but the WSSC issued guidelines to its customers to ensure water safety. Among those guidelines were instructions for all customers in the affected area to open each cold water tap and let it run for five minutes. (W-USA News, DC)
Officials Remind Parents About Summer Safety Jun 18, 2008
Officials said the best thing parents can do is talk to their children about potential dangers and stress fire and water safety. "The No. 1 type of abuse-related report we see are home-alone children," CPS spokeswoman Estella Olguin said. (Click2Houston, TX)
What's ahead Jun 18, 2008
Guppies from 10:30 to 11 a.m., introduces beginners to proper breathing and floating techniques and water safety for children age 3 to 4 ... Dolphins from 11:30 a.m. to noon, intermediate lessons to continue stroke progression, dives and water safety for children age 8 and up. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Children need to learn how to swim Jun 17, 2008
Children will learn about water safety and rescue skills. In YMCA swim lessons, children learn how to recognize danger, call for help, do safe reaching, throwing assists, float and swim in a life jacket and learn about boat safety. (Forest Republican, WI)
U. S. Coast Guard Flotilla 51, Coos Bay receives grant Jun 17, 2008
The agency will use the 7,792 to purchase a customized cargo trailer for traveling to various boating and water safety venues within Coos County, a press release said. Nonprofit groups can apply for assistance each year if they provide an innovative program that promotes safe boating and increases youth involvement in recreational boating. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Outdoors Briefs: Coquille Indian Tribe preparing to release 50,000 Chinook salmon into Coos Bay Jun 15, 2008
The Coast Guard s project includes the purchasing of a customized cargo trailer for traveling to various boating and water safety venues within Coos County. In addition, the Joe Merchep Umpqua River Foundation was awarded 7,500 to install and maintain a life jacket loaner kiosk at Diamond Lake, as well as similar facilities at Galesville Reservoir, and the River Forks and Ben Irving reservoirs for the 2008-2009 year. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Got kids? Near water? Jun 15, 2008
The goal of the program is to lower the statewide drowning statistics by providing grants to complement city swim lesson and water safety programs for children. Each swim program is run by the individual city. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Apply now for safety camp Jun 14, 2008
Additional lessons and activities will branch out to include water safety, bike safety, and search and rescue work. Kids will be grouped into teams of five and will operate as a "fire company" for their activities, with each child acting as "company officer" for the day. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Beaches reopen after E. coli scare Jun 14, 2008
High levels of E. coli (Escherichia coli) bacteria were discovered during a routine water safety test. The initial test showed 600 colonies per 100 milliliter sample, the safe level is 235 colonies per 100 milliliter sample, said interim Town Manager Norman Khumalo. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Despite New Law, Kids Swim Without Life Vests Jun 14, 2008
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. Parents Could Face Big Fines, Jail Time. (KCRA 3, CA)
50 children pick up safety tips from volunteer lifeguards Jun 14, 2008
JACKSONVILLE BEACH - About 50 children cooled off, breathed underwater with SCUBA equipment and learned safety tips in a recent water safety program that volunteer lifeguards hosted at the Carver Recreational Center ... The water play was followed by a hotdog cookout where lifeguards shared water safety tips like don't swim alone, only swim near the lifeguard chair and never go into the water to rescue someone ... The program is part of Beyond the Beach, a water safety training effort for... (Florida Times-Union)
Splash in Summer Safely event set for Saturday Jun 12, 2008
Other businesses and groups will offer safety related programs including officials from Harlan REC, giving an electrical safety program; officials from Nishna Valley Family YMCA, giving a water safety program; officials from Farm Safety Just 4 Kids, giving a farm safety program for kids; officials from the Atlantic Lions Club offering eye site checks, and officials from the TV Store offering a program on Amber Alerts. ADVERTISEMENT. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Paddlers' paradise Jun 12, 2008
It shouldn t be something to keep you from the river, but the more you know, the more equipped you are to explore such treasures, said Sera Janson, a 15-year kayaking veteran and former whitewater safety instructor ... Both the Willamette Kayak and Canoe Club and the Oregon Kayak and Canoe Club host annual water safety weekends, and the Albany and Corvallis Parks and Recreation departments offer classes and trips throughout the spring and summer. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Cleanup continues Jun 12, 2008
There have been 46 residents in Dodge County that have been evacuated due to high water safety concerns. The American Red Cross continues to assist those evacuated with shelter and other immediate needs. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
With the colors Jun 12, 2008
During the eight-week program, Boriack completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Swimming: Knowing the Risks before You Cool Off Jun 11, 2008
While a day at the beach can be a fun way to pass the steamy summer days, it can turn disastrous quickly if proper water safety is not practiced ... The single most important thing anybody adult or child can do to ensure their safety in the water is to learn how to swim, according to Greg Stockton, a water safety spokesman with the American Red Cross ... You should also practice good water safety, said Stockton. (Fox News)
'Senseless' death a powerful reminder Jun 11, 2008
Senseless' death a powerful reminder Water safety too often ignored, officials say By Dolly A. Butz, Journal staff writer ... Water safety tips-- Learn to swim. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Avoid the Attack of the 'Killer Tomato' Jun 11, 2008
R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens. Wednesday June 11, 2008. (R News)
Our Opinion: Enjoy the rivers, adhere to safety guidelines Jun 11, 2008
Living in a river city and at the hub of the Black Warrior and Tombigbee rivers, water safety is common language to the area. Most of the community has grown up around the water and when water safety is brought up, ones mind tends to usually think of children drowning ... However, while this scenario is one of reason, adults need as much water safety education as youngsters. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Summer fun relies on staying safe Jun 11, 2008
Parents need to be vigilant about water safety. Get in the water with children or be on the lookout, even if kids are comfortable swimmers, Jurani-Suarez said. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Science Academies Call for Cut in Greenhouse Gases Jun 11, 2008
In addition to the statement on climate, the academies issued a addressing global health needs, calling on nations to increase scientific and medical collaboration, identify major disease challenges and work to protect human health through food and water safety, and access to medical treatment. 1. (ABC News)
Another deluge for area Jun 10, 2008
Any water supply system which has been overtopped by flood waters should be thoroughly disinfected and then tested to determine water safety. This work is best performed by licensed well drillers or pump installers. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
ORegan graduates from Coast Guard training Jun 10, 2008
During the eight-week training program, O'Regan completed a vigorous training curriculum consisting of academics and practical instruction on water safety and survival, military customs and courtesies, seamanship skills, first aid, fire fighting and marksmanship. A major emphasis is also placed on physical fitness, health and wellness. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Boy's death highlights peril of fast, cold rivers Jun 9, 2008
Water safety - Finn Terry, 11, is pitched into the Clackamas on a Scout canoe trip Monday, June 09, 2008PETER ZUCKERMAN The Oregonian Staff. Finn Terry, an 11-year-old who loved poetry, drowned this weekend during a canoe trip with his Boy Scout troop. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
DPW, other town agencies honored Jun 8, 2008
The award is for water quality and water safety of the distribution system. Only 21 water systems in Massachusetts received the award this year. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Water safety a primary concern in warmer months Jun 7, 2008
But with the splashing fun comes an increased need for water safety. Precautions such as learning how to swim and knowing water safety procedures such as proper lifejacket use can help reduce water accidents, said Susan Ackerman, Lodi Parks and Recreation aquatics supervisor. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Enjoy the summer season with safe water and boating practices Jun 5, 2008
LAKE OF THE OZARKS - The Lake Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a special after hours social that will focus on water safety issues and Equipment featuring displays by local marina's, businesses and water safety organizations. The LACC knows that there are many benefits associated with living at the lake. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
BRIEFS: Tennis tournament fund raiser for mission trip set for next week Jun 5, 2008
Boat and water safety course offered again. FORESTThe Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks will offer another boat and water safety course next weekend. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
City Brew Coffee Pours $1,500 Into Aquatic Center Jun 5, 2008
The center says it will use the money to allow more kids to take part in its water safety programs. City Brew has pledged 5 cents from every dollar spent as a way to raise funds for non-profit organizations in the community. (R News)
Read more. . Jun 5, 2008
Here's a little test I use for boat and water safety classes. I place a regular folding chair in the middle of the room, then put a PFD under the chair. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Raise in penalties for lake polluters Jun 5, 2008
"Surface runoff from agricultural fields poses a big threat to water safety," Jiang Wei, director at the policy department of Jiangsu environmental protection bureau, said. "Eco-agriculture is what we are after in our future planning," he said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Candidates for Walker County clerk of Superior Court Jun 4, 2008
Former certified Instructor and member of the American Red Cross Water Safety Swim Class Division for 16 years. Member of Red Hat Society Club, division comprised of Legal Professionals from the Walker, Catoosa, Whitfield, Murray and Gordon counties. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Flooding Threatens Southern Nebraska Jun 3, 2008
The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services also sent a team to help test water safety in private wells. Copyright 2008 by. (7 KETV Omaha)
Local debuts on Discover Channel's 'Deadliest Catch' Jun 3, 2008
Cotturone works maintaining the survival equipment for the Coast Guard, as well as training mariners and fishermen how to use new gear, water safety, land survival, and other necessities. He can do anything from jump in the water and save people in extreme conditions to pulling a heart attack victim off a cruise ship. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)