For Immediate Release: May 26, 2023
Contact: HQW.Press.Office@myflfamilies.com MONROE COUNTY, Fla. – In recognition of Water Safety Month in Florida, Lieutenat Governor Jeanette Nuñez joined Florida Department of Health (DOH) Deputy Secretary Dr. Kenneth Scheppke, Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Major Alberto Maza, local officials, and water safety stakeholders in Islamorada, Florida to discuss boating and drowning prevention safety. “Florida’s beautiful
beaches, lakes, springs and pools are just one of the many reasons visitors
are coming to our state in record numbers,” said Lieutenant Governor
Jeanette Nuñez. “As we head into the summer months, we are
encouraging Floridians to take steps to keep themselves and their children
safe. Together, we can prevent drownings in the Sunshine State and enjoy the
outdoors safely.” “With the summer
months approaching it is important to bring awareness to safe practices that
all families should use in pools and at the beach,” said DCF
Secretary Shevaun Harris. “We have seen an alarming increase in the
number of drownings in our state, specifically in vacation rentals, and
sadly, these deaths are preventable. I encourage parents and caregivers to ensure
that water safety measures are in place near any and all bodies of
water.” “As an emergency
physician, I have too often witnessed the tragedy of drowning and the toll it
takes on surviving family and loved ones. Sadly, drowning continues to impact
Florida’s children where it ranks as the number one cause of death in
children ages 1 to 4,” said Department Deputy Secretary for Health
Dr. Kenneth Scheppke. “This Memorial Day, the Florida Department of
Health encourages Floridians and visitors to enjoy our state’s beautiful
water attractions, but to be mindful of the risks of drowning and to stay
safe.” “We want people to
have fun and stay safe while recreating in the Fishing and Boating Capitol of
the World,” said Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
(FWC) Major Alberto Maza. “We are proud to partner with the Florida
Department of Health and various organizations during National Water Safety
Month to educate the public about the importance of boating safety with
emphasis on wearing a personal flotation device, having a boating plan, and
staying informed about weather conditions.” “Water safety is
important anywhere, especially in the Florida Keys where our way of life
depends on the water,” said Mayor Pro Tem Holly Raschein. “I’m
proud to highlight Water Safety Month and the steps that can be taken to
prevent tragedies alongside our Lieutenant Governor, Jeanette Nuñez.” Drowning is
preventable, and the State of Florida works to educate Floridians and
visitors on safe recreation around all bodies of water. Some actions
individuals can take include:
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