09-05-2025
Local aquatic center advises never swim alone
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — The month of May is Water Safety Month and the Chatham County Aquatic Center shared their safety tips with WSAV News 3.
The center's manager Mary Ryan Amir encourages swimmers and non-swimmers to take extra safety measures when swimming in any body of water.
'You never want to swim by yourself even if you are a great swimmer or an adult. You want to make sure you're always swimming with a supervisor,' Amir added. 'It's always better to swim with a buddy in a supervised area where there's a lifeguard.'
Amir also suggested that kids ask for permission when they are about to step in the pool. This is to ensure their parents are not distracted, giving the child full attention encase an emergency arises.
'You want to make sure that parents know that their kids are in the water,' Amir said. 'Our mission is to develop safer swimmers in and around the water, near the water.'
Since the month of May is Water Safety Month, the Chatham County Aquatic Center is hosting a free 'Make a Splash' event on Saturday, May 17th. The event is free for children ages 6 to 12 but however pre-registration is required.
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