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With temperatures set to top 30°C
this week and with the summer holidays starting, it can be tempting to jump into cold water to cool off.
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this week and with the summer holidays starting, it can be tempting to jump into cold water to cool off.(1/6)
Please resist the urge to cool down in rivers, lakes & ponds 
The water is often far deeper than people might think.
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The water is often far deeper than people might think.(2/6)
While it might be warm outside, the water temperatures are still low enough to cause cold water shock, which can leave you panicking and gasping for air.(3/6)
It may contain hidden rubbish & debris, such as shopping trolleys & broken glass, which can cause injuries & lead to drowning.Sometimes it can be polluted which could lead to illness.If you do go into the water & get into trouble, you need to #FloatToLive.(4/6)
If you see someone having difficulties in water, don’t go in after them
Call
& ask for the fire service if you're in land 
, or the coast guard if you're near the sea 
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Call
& ask for the fire service if you're in land , or the coast guard if you're near the sea (5/6)
Be prepared, download the @what3words app, so when you call 999 you can give the precise location of where you need help 
#KnowExactlyWhere
Don't risk your safety for the sake of cooling off, #BeWaterAware.
Share this important safety advice with your loved ones.
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#KnowExactlyWhereDon't risk your safety for the sake of cooling off, #BeWaterAware.
Share this important safety advice with your loved ones.(6/6)
