Community Safety Minister @Siobhianayr has urged the public to enjoy open water safely and responsibly this summer.
"With summer upon us and people wanting to enjoy the good weather, it is important to remind the public to stay safe."
On average, there are 96 water-related fatalities each year in Scotland.
That’s a shocking statistic, and we need YOUR HELP
lowering it.
Come along to our water safety open day on World
#DrowningPrevention Day (July 25).
https://t.co/vSNp9uNiHM
1 in 4 parents in the UK haven't or don't remember ever discussing water safety with their child(ren). As part of #DrowningPreventionWeek lets encourage the conversation and ensure all children know the Water Safety Code.
A heartbroken mother is urging people to learn about water safety as she marks the 2nd anniversary of her son’s death.
Sharron Drennan and her family are coming forward as part of #DrowningPreventionWeek
13-year old William McNally drowned while playing in the RiverGryffe.
Health Week, day 5. @ArdrossanCRT came to talk to us about water safety. We learned the difference between a buoyancy aid & a life jacket, saw the different pieces of their kit & Mrs McN got to test the siren on their truck! #donttakeinflatablesintothesea
In 2021 the @UN General Assembly declared July 25
World #DrowningPrevention Day.
In support of this, Water Safety Scotland will be
hosting a free water safety event for the public to
visit.
Water Safety Awareness Day - Tomorrow from 11am, Drumpellier Park!🚒🛟🚤🚓
A fun, interactive day for all the family. Speak to local fire crews plus @PSOSLanarkshire@SAMHtweets @BTPWestScot @Water_Rescue and see the vintage fire appliance from @SFRHTtweet.
Hope to see you there!
As much as it's tempting, do not skate, attempt to cross, walk or play on ponds, or any frozen bodies of water. No matter how solid it might look, you have no idea how unstable it actually is❄️
With extremely cold weather forecast, please stay safe and stay off the ice.
@FAVORUK@Annemarieward@scotgov How can it be facilitated for anyone to access residential rehab or a detox immediately? How can you foresee a way for the Government to make this happen immediately?
@FAVORUK@Annemarieward Also where in the country is there a lack of alternative treatment options? In terms of prescribing what areas don’t offer a range of medications?
In support of World Drowning Prevention Day, we've lit up some Renfrewshire landmarks in blue.
The tragic loss of William McNally from Linwood last year showed that the dangers of open water swimming are all too real.
https://t.co/h4JmE1ULb5
#WorldDrowningPrevention
Today is #worldDrowningPrevention Day
We wanted to share William’s story, who sadly passed in June 2021 from drowning, to help raise awareness about the dangerous of swimming in open water
His Aunts shared their plea to everyone being more aware:
https://t.co/von7WXLYxS
A beautiful memorial service was held today in loving memory of William McNally. We would like to thank all of William’s family for their kind words and support.
Below is a picture of William’s bench that was unveiled today.
Aunts of 13-year-old William McNally, who died after getting into trouble while swimming in the River Gryffe, make a plea for young people to know the dangers of swimming in rivers in an educational video to mark the anniversary of his death.
https://t.co/pUNHmEpKAW