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If you’re planning to visit a beach, inland waterway or pool this summer, prepare to stay safe around the water as well as COVIDSafe. Find your nearest patrolled beach and important water safety information to stay safe this summer.
2020/2021 FATAL DROWNING STATISTICS
1 JULY 2020 TO 8 MARCH 2021
There were 48 reported fatal
drowning incidents
SUMMER (1 DECEMBER 2020 TO 28 FEBRUARY 2021)
There were 20 reported fatal
drowning incidents from 1 December 2020 to 28 February 2021
This is 13 more than the 5-year average and the highest number of drowning incidents we have seen for this period on record in Victoria
THIS IS 1 MORE THAN THE
5-YEAR AVERAGE
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Child drownings key concern in Victorian Drowning Report
Life Saving Victoria is urging parents to supervise their children around water.
Students learn lifesaving skills in new app
Life Saving Victoria has developed a water safety app for smart devices.
Victorians recognised at SLSA National Awards of Excellence
Two Victorians were recognised at the National Awards of Excellence.
Respect The River Campaign – The Yarra River
Did you know that the Yarra River is the top third drowning black spot in Australia?
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