06/15/2026
This is not ok 💔
Florida has now lost 51 children to drownings this year, and each number represents a child, a family, and a tragedy that changes lives forever.
The heartbreaking reality is that many of these incidents are preventable. We must continue to build and strengthen the layers of protection that help keep children safe around water:
Constant, undistracted supervision
Pool fences with self-latching gates
Doors and windows locked and alarmed at all times
Quality Self-Rescue swim lessons
Designated Water Watchers
Remove pet doors
Dress them in bright clothing
Learning CPR
We are also seeing a growing number of drownings occur at vacation homes and short-term rentals, where families may be unfamiliar with the property and safety barriers may not be in place. Water safety must travel with us wherever we go.
As summer continues, please take a moment to review your layers of protection. Drowning can happen quickly and quietly, but together we can help prevent these tragedies.