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Families across San Diego County are enjoying more time outdoors, traveling or trying to beat the heat. While the season offers plenty of chances for fun, the warmer months pose a higher risk of preventable injuries.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThere are many great ways for families to enjoy summer together, but this time of year also brings safety risks,\u201d\u00a0said Dr. Sayone Thihalilopavan, County Public Health Officer.\u201d\u00a0Following important safety tips can help prevent injuries and hospital visits, making summer more enjoyable.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
To help keep families safe, the County is sharing essential summer safety tips focuses on water safety, heat safety, window safety, travel vaccines, bike and e-bike safety and pet care.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Water Safety\u00a0 <\/p>\n
With\u00a0more time\u00a0spent\u00a0at\u00a0pools, beaches\u00a0and\u00a0bays, water safety is critical.\u00a0Drownings can happen quickly and often without\u00a0warning.<\/p>\n
County data from 2016 \u2013 2024 shows 346 drowning deaths and more than 1,500 near drownings. In 2024 alone, 35 people died from drowning, and nearly all of near drownings involved children ages 0 to 9 years.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Key water safety\u00a0reminders:\u00a0<\/p>\n
Always\u00a0designate\u00a0a responsible adult supervising\u00a0children at all times around water.\u00a0
\nAvoid\u00a0distractions\u00a0around water.\u00a0
\nLearn\u00a0CPR.\u00a0
\nUse life vests for children.\u00a0\u00a0
\nSwim near lifeguards.\u00a0
\nInstall\u00a0pool fencing\u00a0and\u00a0alarms.\u00a0
\nTeach kids to swim early. \u00a0
\nEmpty\u00a0kiddie pools and buckets after use.\u00a0\u00a0
\nAlways swim\u00a0with a\u00a0buddy.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Find more resources at\u00a0sdswimsafer.org<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n Heat Safety\u00a0and Sun Protection\u00a0<\/p>\n High temperatures can be dangerous and lead to heat-related illness, stroke or even death. Signs of overheating include exhaustion, dizziness, nausea, confusion and headache. Children and older adults are especially at risk. Stay safe by:<\/p>\n Staying in air-conditioned spaces during peak heat.
\nWearing\u00a0light, loose-fitting clothing.\u00a0
\nDrinking plenty of water\u00a0and\u00a0avoiding\u00a0alcohol and sugary drinks.
\nNever leaving children, older adults or pets in a vehicle.\u00a0
\nLimiting\u00a0direct sun exposure.\u00a0<\/p>\n