Florida leads the country in the number of drowning deaths in children five (5) years of age and younger. Traditionally, May and June are the months with the highest number of drowning and near drowning incidents. Sadly, these incidents occur in home pools and pools at local hotels and motels as well as in canals and lakes. According to reports, parents are most distracted when at home which is cause for the large number of reports there.
In order to prevent drowning accidents, those who own a pool should invest in a child fence that surrounds it and extra locks for sliding doors and windows that lead to the pool. The best advice is to enroll children in drowning prevention courses and swimming classes.
Should you or a family member require assistance in evaluating a drowning case or near drowning case, please contact our Fort Lauderdale drowning lawyers for legal advice.
For a free consultation regarding your drowning or near drowning case, please contact The Citron Law Firm toll free at 877-550-4LAW.
