17/06/2026
π¨ Drowning Is Preventable π¨
More than 1,600 people have accidentally drowned in the UK & Ireland in the last five years.
π§ 47% occur between MayβAugust
π§ 82% of lives lost are male
π§ 37% happen at weekends
π§ 22% involve alcohol or drugs
π§ 63% occur in inland waters such as rivers and lakes
π§ Drowning deaths of children in England have doubled over the past five years
Stay safe around water, supervise children closely, and never underestimate the risks.
π Together, we can help prevent drowning.