CW39: As the temperature rises, families across Texas will spend more time around water, whether boating, splashing or swimming.
It's important to remember to be safe. Last year, the Texas Department of of Family & Protective Services reported 75 child drownings in the state. There has already been 25 cases in 2016.
In the [report by CW39's Newsfix], Tracy Laman, the aquatics director of Houston Swim Club, provides safety tips.
A dad speaks about his son drowning in a backyard pool. Since then, he and his wife have become active advocates for water safety and drowning prevention.
Remember if you or your kiddos are spotted wearing HSC gear when you’re out and about, you get a $25 credit added to your account!
Great Day's Courtney Perna stops by the Houston Swim Club just in time for Swimming Safety Awareness Month and tell us how kids will have fun while practice safety first.