Water Safety
Water Watcher Tag
Get a free, waterproof Water Watcher tag. This tag is a great way to designate an adult to supervise the children in the water at your next family gathering, picnic or party.
Know Before You Go
Know Before You Go educates the public about how to help prevent drowning. The campaign is a partnership of the YMCAs of Dallas, Children's Medical Center Dallas, the Dallas Area Red Cross and the Dallas Area Safe Kids Coalition. For more information visit the Know Before You Go site.
Interactive Guide
As summer approaches, many look forward to the chance to enjoy the water. But children must be supervised at all times when in or near a body of water. Launch Interactive Guide
Health Library Resources:
Water Safety Overview
Identifying High-Risk Situations
Injury Statistics and Incidence Rates
Prevention