Swimming Pool Safety
One of the best ways to cool off on a hot summer day is to take a refreshing swim. It is a form of great exercise that is also great fun. But, drowning accidents are the leading cause of death and injury of children under five years of age. 80% of drowning deaths occur in residential pools and spas. The Montgomery County Department of Recreation wants everyone to know and follow safe swimming guidelines. So take off those swim goggles for a second and take a look.
Montgomery County Recreation PSA
Swimming Safety Tips from the Red Cross
Pool Safety Warnings from Police
Safety message from MCPD regarding water and people with Autism
Potomac River Safety
During the summer, the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) will continue to focus education efforts and public attention on the serious and deadly dangers of the 14-mile stretch of the Potomac River from Great Falls to the Key Bridge. MCFRS representatives and officials will be out in force on weekends reminding residents of the dangers of the Potomac River and providing important tips to be safe while hiking in the area.
Summer Storm and Hurricane Season
The Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management wants you to be prepared for our 2015 Summer Storm and Hurricane Season. What would you do if there was a tornado or hurricane passing through Montgomery County? Do you know the difference between a storm watch and a storm warning? Was your home impacted by the 2012 derecho? We’ll give you plenty of tips to help keep you safe before, during and after our area’s more violent summer storm weather.
Severe Storm and Hurricane Preparedness Tips
County’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security webpage
National Weather Service’s “Stay Safe This Summer” webpage
Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA)’s webpage Protect Yourself from Storms
