Over the past 5 years, 16 people (including 4 children) have drowned in the reservoirs of the city of Temirtau, 147 people (including 19 children) have drowned in the region over the past 5 years, 605 children have drowned in the republic over the past 5 years.

The main causes of death of people on the water are bathing under the influence of alcohol, bathing in unequipped and prohibited places, leaving children unattended, careless falling on the water (including during games).In order for the summer holidays not to turn into a tragedy, it is necessary to observe basic safety rules on the water, which both children and adults should constantly read and repeat:

1. Do not swim in prohibited areas and on natural beaches due to fluctuations in depth and the risk of injury to the bottom;
2. children are forbidden to be on reservoirs without adult supervision;
3. do not jump into the water from bridges, piers, boats and other places not intended for these purposes;
4. do not swim near passing boats and vessels;
5. Do not use water mats and inflatable circles, as they are often removed from the shore, and in the case of inflatable circles there is a risk of falling;
6. do not swim in the dark.

Remember that parents are responsible for the safety of children on the water! Follow the safety rules on the water and in case of accidents, call 112.

Department of emergency situations of the city of Temirtau