How to prevent drowning risks?

The 2026 drowning prevention campaign, with the slogan #COULEPASTONÉTÉ, emphasizes the continuous and close monitoring of children. It also strengthens prevention for the elderly, recalling thatyou have to take into account your physical condition and your health.

Recommendations concerning children

• Monitor young children actively and permanently.
• Never take your eyes off young children when they play by the water.
• Bathe with young children when they are in the water.
• Designate only one adult per child for monitoring during bathing.

Recommendations for adults

• Respect safety instructions and bathing bans.
• Favor supervised swimming areas, secured by professional rescuers.
• Inquire about weather conditions.
• Postpone swimming in the event of a physical disorder (fatigue, health problems, chills, etc.).
• Avoid alcohol consumption before bathing.
• Swim accompanied or by signaling your bathing place.
• Tell a loved one before bathing.
• Gradually enter the water by wetting the head, neck and stomach to avoid thermal shocks, especially when the temperature difference between water and air is large.

Recommendations for the elderly

• Adapt the intensity and distance of swimming to your abilities: take into account your shape and your swimming level.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice, especially if you have a chronic illness or are taking medication.