July 24, 2025
His timing was critical – reaching the exhausted swimmer just as he began to lose strength.
San Diego Fire & Rescue describing a rescue of a swimmer caught in a rip current.
Why It Matters: July is the deadliest month for drowning deaths in America, according to recent data from the CDC.
SmartHER Water Safety Resources:
- What To Know: Water Safety (SmartHER News)
- Water Safety: Bright & Contrasting Colors Recommended for Swimsuits (SmartHER News)
- July has the highest number of drowning deaths. Here’s how to prevent them (ABC News)
- How to Stay Safe From Rip Currents, and What to Do if You’re Caught in One (New York Times Gift Link)
by Stephanie Wagner, based in Florida
