Citizen of the Year winner shares advice on staying safe in the water this summer

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Summer is here and water safety is a top priority during the festive season.

Swimming experts and emergency responders have urged bathers to exercise caution and to never leave children unsupervised in or near the water.

On Friday’s episode of Behind The Herald Headlines, Daron Mann chats to The Herald Nelson Mandela University Citizens of the Year Health and Safety category winner Natalie Ogden.

She discusses practical water safety tips for whether you are swimming in the ocean, a river, dam or pool and advises to always swim at beaches where lifeguards are on duty to enjoy the festive season responsibly.

13 Dec 2024 English South Africa News · Society & Culture

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