Summer Safety
Bring on those warm Manitoba summers we spend so many months waiting for!
Check out these summer safety tips and resources to keep in mind while we are out enjoying the sunshine.
Protect your skin
Taking precautions can help prevent your chance of skin damage. Wear a wide brimmed hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Stay out of the sun at the hottest part of the day (11am to 4pm).
Enjoy the sun safely | Canadian Cancer Society
Stay cool
Avoid heat exhaustion and heat stroke by drinking lots of water, take breaks indoors from the heat or stay in the shade when possible and be aware of the signs and symptoms to cool down when your body needs it.
Safe swim
Whether you and your family are in a pool or lake, take care. Use life jackets (especially on the boat), be aware of swimming ability of those around you, know your limits and your environment. And always stay within arms reach of little ones. Drownings happen fast and are often preventable.
Bike safety
Teach road safety to our children, kids should not be allowed to ride alone until they are 10 years old. Make sure you and your kids are riding a bike that’s the right size for you and fasten up that helmet so it fits properly.