The weather is heating up and The Apache Junction Fire District wants to remind our citizens; it only takes a second for a child to drown. Here are some helpful links with information regarding drowning prevention.
The following interactive game was designed for kids to play with an
adult. It helps children to identify hazards around pools and spas
and teaches simple safety steps that can done to make pools and spas
safer. Please play the online game and also share with your family
and friends!
Did you know a child can drown in less than 2" of water?
While pools, spas, and bodies of water present an obvious danger to children, many parents forget about other parts of their home or lifestyle that may contain standing water; i.e. toilets, bathtubs, buckets, ice chests, fountains, fish tanks, garden ponds, wells and drainage ditches are just some examples. All of these should be emptied or kept completely out of your child's reach. Below is a list of websites that can assist you making your home and lifestyle Water Safe: