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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

Helping people SAFELY enjoy the Great Lakes area, with an ultimate vision of ENDING drowning. greatlakeswatersafety.org Great Lakes, USA Joined March 2016
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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

a year ago

Know any creative middle school students or competitive teachers? It's time to get started on their entry for the Great Lakes Middle School Water Safety Poster & Video Contest! Winners receive $50 gift card. Enter by April 15: greatlakeswatersafety.org/contests #contest #middleschool #art

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Flotation is key to survival when something goes wrong in the water, especially in freshwater Great Lakes where you're less buoyant than in the saltwater oceans. True for kids AND adults. #pleasewearit #wearit #greatlakes #watersafety #enddrowning

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Get help on the way & get flotation to them as soon as possible. Look for rescue equipment or something that floats you can throw. If you decide to go in, bring it with you and keep it between you and them. Save yourself first. greatlakeswatersafety.org/resources-pare… #watersafetymonth

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Lifeguards are real-life superheroes and the best investment a shoreline community or park can make to keep their residents and visitors safe around the water. #WaterSafetyMonth

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Giant inflatables are better for the pool (with supervision). At the lake, offshore winds can blow them out of reach fast – with or without a child on them. If no one is on it, don’t chase it – let it go. If someone is, yell to them to hold on and not let go. #WaterSafetyMonth

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Everyone should learn how to swim. The big lakes don’t care if you’re 2' tall or 7' tall. You aren’t as buoyant in freshwater as in the ocean. Wear flotation. Never swim alone – buddy up. When in doubt, don't go out. Stay safe! #WaterSafetyMonth #vacation #swimming

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Rip currents form when water returns to the lake in the form of a narrow but powerful channel moving swiftly away from shore. To escape the grip of a rip, do not fight the current – swim to the side. Flip, Float & Follow. greatlakeswatersafety.org/resources-ever… #WaterSafetyMonth

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

While it can be difficult to predict when and where most currents will occur, the opposite is true for structural currents. Best advice? Steer Clear of the Pier – Avoid jumping off, being swept off, or swimming near piers. Learn more: greatlakeswatersafety.org/resources-ever… #watersafetymonth

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Outlet currents can be found where rivers and streams empty into the Great Lakes. The flow of water from the river or stream can move quickly. While they are tempting because they are often warmer than the lake water, avoid swimming in or near outlets. #WaterSafetyMonth

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

A channel current is like a river running between an island or structure and the shore. Once you notice the current, head back to the shore and don't continue toward the island. Don't overestimate your abilities in the water. Learn more: greatlakeswatersafety.org #WaterSafetyMonth

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Longshore currents move parallel to or the “long” way along the shoreline. They exert a force to move along shore, making it difficult to remain in front of a spot on the beach & leaving you wondering, “where's my stuff?” Learn more: greatlakeswatersafety.org #WaterSafetyMonth

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

According to the National Safe Boating Council, 85% of boaters who drown were not wearing their lifejackets. Don't just bring it, wear it. You're not a fish, so wear your lifejacket. #WaterSafetyMonth #boating #greatlakes #travel #vacation #beach

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

There are over 200 active lighthouses around the Great Lakes, and we are drawn to them. Know Before You Go – check to see if there are life rings along the pier. If there are big waves that could sweep you off, Steer Clear of the Pier. #WaterSafetyMonth #lighthouse #greatlakes

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

The National Water Safety Month Coalition partners with state reps to proclaim National Water Safety Month in May for his/her state. Each year, governors, mayors, & others sign proclamations and letters. Thank you for your leadership! nwsm.phta.org/consumers-pare… #WaterSafetyMonth

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Wondering about ways to talk about water safety with the kids before you head to the lake? Click the Shop tab at GreatLakesWaterSafety.org for your FREE digital download of these cool placemats! Share with family, friends & local restaurants. #watersafetymonth #restaurant #foodie

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Want our exclusive sticker? Let everyone know you support drowning prevention and water safety. Not a member yet? Join us and we'll send you one. Already a member? Put one in your cart and we'll send you one. greatlakeswatersafety.org #watersafety

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

You're Not A Fish, So Wear Your Lifejacket! Flotation is key when something goes wrong around the water. Let everyone in the family pick their fave, and Don't Just Bring It, Wear It, so everyone comes home safe. #watersafetymonth #beach #lifestyle #greatlakes

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

The water safety messages we've been sharing during #WaterSafetyMonth are available in our print brochures for FREE. Order a stack for yourself, family & friends, and hand some out wherever you can. Visit our website and click the Shop tab to order greatlakeswatersafety.org

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Rounding out #watersafetymonth tips from our Water Safety Wheel is Don't Just Bring a Lifejacket, Wear It! Or, as our brochure/poster says, You're Not A Fish, So Wear Your Lifejacket! Flotation buys you time to survive and helps you safely save others. #greatlakes #boating

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Great Lakes Water Safety @GLWaterSafety

2 years ago

Can you spot a rip current & escape if trapped? Look for a break in the crashing waves & sandy colored water moving back into the lake. To Break the Grip of the Rip, do not fight the current. Swim to the side; Flip, Float & Follow the safest path to shore. #watersafetymonth

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