| It's hard to resist
a day on the beach, but you'll need
to know some safety rules when you're
swimming in the ocean. When you first
get to the beach, check with the lifeguard
to find out how strong the waves are.
In some places swimmers
may encounter strong undertows or
ocean currents. Rip currents are so
strong that they can carry swimmers
away from shore before they know what's
happening. If you are caught in a
current, swim parallel to the shore
(alongside the shore) rather than
to the shore until the water stops
pulling you, then swim back to shore.
If you can't get back to the beach,
tread water and wave for a lifeguard's
help.
You might run into
some jellyfish,
getting stung is no fun. It can hurt
and blister your skin. If you get
stung, tell an adult as soon as possible.
Swimming
Safety Tips |
