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Swimming in open water

With sunny weather forecast for the next few weeks ahead, we are reminding the public about the dangers of open water, this includes lakes, reservoirs, ponds, canals and rivers.

We are starting to see an increase in reports of people swimming in open water – often unaware of the dangers that can lead to injury and sadly in some cases, to accidental death.

A number of these recent reports have been of adults entering the canal at Moor Road and South End in Thorne.

 

Understanding the dangers of open water:

  • The water is cold – even on very warm days. Sudden immersion can lead to cold water shock.
  • Depth can be difficult to estimate and debris under the water such as shopping trolleys, broken glass and cans can cause injury.
  • You can get in, but can you get out? 
  • There may be hidden currents.
  • Avoid alcohol and drugs when carrying out activities in or near water.

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    If you seen someone struggling in the water dial 999 and request Fire and Rescue.

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    PS 3171 James Housley
    (South Yorkshire Police, PS, Doncaster East NPT)
    Neighbourhood Alert