Bath accident in Biberach: Parents have to take supervisory duty more seriously!

Bath accident in Biberach: Parents have to take supervisory duty more seriously!

The new outdoor pool in Biberach magically attracts families. It is the perfect place for hot summer days to splash around with the children in the water. But this pleasure can quickly result in a serious incident, as a recent event shows. A few days ago, a six -year -old girl got into a threatening situation and was pressed under water for a short time. Fortunately, the bathing supervision acted immediately and put the emergency call so that the child could be cared for quickly. It is available and was taken to a hospital with a helicopter for security, but luckily nothing bad happened to the girl. The Schwäbische Zeitung .

The Stadtwerke Biberach emphasized the smooth rescue chain, which is secured by trained lifeguards. These are trained regularly and are used in the bathing supervision. However, the incident is not an isolated case, as the municipal utilities add; Other similar situations have already occurred. The responsible emphasis that the parental supervision remains essential and that the swimming pool staff cannot replace this obligation.

vigilance of the parents is crucial

Especially in small children and non -swimmers, permanent attention is the be -all and end -all.

• children should be able to swim age -appropriate.
• parents should always remain attentive.
• parents must be aware of the dangers in the water.

drowning is a silent danger that often strikes quickly. This is not only a legitimate concern for parents, but also for society, since more than 20% of the fatal accidents in children are due to drowning, such as the Children's Youth Family indicated. Ute Vogt, President of the DLRG, warns of the increased security risks for small children, especially during the warm months. Above all, it is pointed out that many children often cannot recognize the scope of their actions.

preventive measures and tips

The DLRG has clear safety tips that can help prevent bathing accidents:

1. active supervision: educational persons must always be actively careful.
2. children must never be left out of their eyes, not even on the edge of the water.
3. swimming wings should not be regarded as safety.
4. Suken to the guarded bathing points and observe warnings.
5. children familiarize children at an early stage and address behaviors.

In addition, it is important to keep an eye on the sources of danger around the water and react quickly in emergencies. A rapid call to emergency number 112 can save lives, as the DLRG urgently emphasizes.

Such incidents in the outdoor pool are not the rule, but underline the need to be vigilant and to take on common responsibility. Use the warm season to introduce your children to the water and make sure that you become a safer swimmer. Safety begins with knowledge of the dangers and an active eye on the little ones. Stay vigilant and enjoy carefree days in the water!