Water Safety Advice
During the school holidays, and in particular in the hot weather, Derbyshire Police have been experiencing, increasing numbers of children putting themselves at risk of drowning. On average 40-50 children drown per year in the UK. Derbyshire Constabulary has been receiving an increase in reports recently of young people taking the opportunity to 'cool off' in a number of the open water bodies that are located in our community.
Water may look safe, but it can be dangerous.
Please make sure your children are aware of these dangers and share this message with them to keep them safe.