Hot weather puts focus on water safety
KAMLOOPS — As the weather heats up, more and more Kamloops residents will be flocking to the water. Whether it’s the pools located around the city, the many lakes in the ara, or the beach at Riverside Park, it’s important for swimmers to stay safe when in and around the water.
CFJC Today caught up with City of Kamloops Aquatics Programs Supervisor, Heidi Ogilvie, at the busy Brock Pool, to get some tips on water safety.
“Supervision is the key point in drowning prevention,” Ogilvie explained. “It only takes a second for [small children] to get away from you.” She says it’s important to keep young kids at arms length, when you’re in the water, so you can ensure their safety.