Stay safe during Memorial Day weekend

Memorial Day weekend is around the corner, and many people are going to be enjoying the long weekend at the beach, by the pool or on a boat.

While you’re planning your fun in the sun, keep these water safety tips in mind:

– At the beach: Shuffle your feet to avoid stepping on a stingray, and always swim with a friend.

– At the pool: Designate someone to watch children who are around the pool, and learn CPR and basic water rescue skills.

– On the boat: Don’t operate watercraft while impaired, and keep a life jacket on board for each person.

– Charlene Cobb, Sunstar Paramedics