BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - This summer, the Bangor Region YMCA is helping families beat the heat and improve their swimming skills. The YMCA is hosting swimming classes for people of all ages, teaching ...

When it's super hot it can be tempting to cool off by going for a dip in some water. But experts want to make sure kids stay safe and only swim in the right places. Here's what you need to know.

It happens all too often: Summer fun turns to tragedy around the water. Drownings are increasing, which is why Consumer Reports explains it's critically important to follow basic safety precautions ...

SEVERE WEATHER THIS MORNING. THIS WEEKEND IS THE UNOFFICIAL START TO SUMMER, WHICH MEANS IT’S TIME TO SPEND YOUR DAYS BY THE POOL. MAYBE AT THE LAKE, BUT BEING NEAR WATER DOES COME WITH SOME DANGERS.

Keep kids safe this summer by following these tips on sun protection, heat safety and avoiding common outdoor hazards.

10 On Your Side's Ethan Krauss speaks to experts on water safety about keeping children safe in the pool during the summer ...

CLOSTER, New Jersey (WABC) -- Sadly, we cover backyard pool tragedies all the time. As a reminder, you are required to have a fence around your pool for safety. There are all sorts of door locks and ...

“Warm weather months bring fun times, but they can hold many hidden harms,” said David Schwebel, Ph.D., director of the youth safety lab at UAB. “It is important for parents to be aware so the good ...

As families spend more time at pools, lakes and rivers this summer, instructors at the Botetourt Family YMCA are encouraging ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - School is out for the summer, and many kids will soon be hitting the pool, but swim instructors are urging parents to remember that safety should always come first. According ...

Goldfish Swim School discusses the importance of swim lessons for children and how the lessons can prevent accidents. Learn more at goldfishswimschool.com. To stream WHAS11 on your phone, you need the ...

AIKEN — The World's Largest Swimming Lesson was held June 26 at the Smith-Hazel Recreation Center pool in Aiken with the goal to children to about water safety and to provide basic swimming skills.